Hydraulic Hose Technician & Counter Associate

Hydraulic Hose Technician & Counter Associate

Williston ND - Williston, ND 58802

Overview

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Travel Percentage None

Description

Summary of Position:

This position is a hybrid between Hydraulic Hose Technician and Counter Associate. This position receives inbound phone calls and walk-in customer inquiries, documenting accounts and submitting orders in a professional manner. Work independently with limited or no supervision at times, have a solid understanding of basic computer tasks including typing. This role demands strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Diagnose and repair issues with hydraulic systems and responsible for running hydraulics shop processes. This role performs a high standard of work and quality that is often time sensitive. Ideal applicants may have prior experience as a Parts Specialist, or worked at a parts counter in the past.

Pay: Hourly - Based on Experience

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist telephone and walk-in customers
• Understanding and utilizing catalog to assist customers in part selection
• Initiating customer orders and counter orders through ERP
• Cash, credit, and check processing
• Supporting Hose Technicians as needed to fulfill orders
• Various inventory control tasks including paperwork and computer driven transactions
• Identify customer needs
• Meet and/or exceed monthly customer experience goals
• Navigate through multiple computer programs with speed and accuracy
• Work with customers to resolve all inquiries
• Display good work ethic
• Maintain professionalism in the work place
• Perform any other assigned proprietary duties

Qualifications

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Must be able to type more than 50 WPM (will complete short typing test upon onsite interview)
• Compassionate and patient customer service skills
• High attention to detail
• Active listening skills
• Prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting 100% daily (subject to change daily)
• Assist in lifting, pushing, and/or pulling up to 50 lbs. in adherence with Midwest Hose Safety Standards
• Ability to learn and think quickly
• Energetic, outgoing, and positive attitude
• Good organization skills
• Reliable and dependable
• Team-player
• Ability to prioritize and manage time
• Regularly required to talk and listen; sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to meet the physical demands typical in a warehouse environment including but not limited to grasping and fine manipulations with hands, reaching, squatting, climbing, activities working around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to light dust and fumes.
• Commitment to work additional hours as needed
• Inspect and diagnose overall condition of machines
• Run hydraulics shop effectively and efficiently
• Provide maintenance on hydraulic systems
• Select and use proper tools and equipment for each task
• Diagnose and repair issues with hydraulic systems
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms
• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Perform any other assigned proprietary duties

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED (required)
• Customer service experience (highly preferred but not required)
• Prior hose & fitting experience (required)
• Forklift experience (preferred but not required)
• Additional power equipment experience (preferred but not required)

About Us:

Midwest Hose is one of the largest hose and fitting wholesale distributors in North America. Since opening our doors in 1983, we've steadily grown and continue to build our loyal customer base, which speaks to how enthusiastic we are for the future! Here at Midwest Hose & Specialty, we believe our employees are the fuel that drives our business, so we treat each person with the respect and value they deserve.

We provide ample room for upward mobility and advancement within the company, promoting from within and rewarding team members with opportunities for growth and pay increases! We offer competitive pay, career advancement based on performance, and a premier benefits package that includes:

• Very competitive compensation
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Health and dental insurance plans with company contributions
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Paid holidays
• 3 weeks (120 hours) of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual within the first year
• Great work/life balance
• Casual dress environment
• Career longevity
• Professional growth opportunities
• Parental leave

If you want to be part of an ever-growing company and believe that Midwest Hose & Specialty is the place for you to begin your new career path, please apply today!