Shop Technician

Shop Technician

The Shop Technician must be able to assemble, disassemble and repair specific product lines. To perform the job properly the Shop Technician must have the ability to use common hand and power tools and be able to follow directions. The position requires self-direction, focus, and a strong desire to work within a team environment. This position will be responsible for assembling hydraulic systems, pumps, ptos, valves, and hydraulic hoses. Job duties will also include work such as shipping / receiving freight and pulling orders. Our shop is climate controlled with heat & air conditioning.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assemble fundamental components in accordance to the work instructions utilizing a combination of hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
• Measure, cut and prepare hydraulic hoses in accordance with the work instructions utilizing a combination of hand tools, power tools and equipment.
• Assemble, kit and ship hydraulic components to meet established standards for quality, quantity, efficiency, and customer specifications consistently and correctly.
• Communicate with appropriate parties in relation to expedited orders, component quality issues, inventory records, etc.
• Participate in the implementation of process improvements.
• Participate in maintaining and suggesting safety practices and procedures.
• Maintain an orderly work environment.
• Maintain system accuracy and record transactions in ERP operating system.
• Participate as a team member to achieve goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Detail oriented to provide the highest level of quality.
• Strong sense of urgency and basic ability to prioritize in order to meet the expectations of the customer.

Work Environment:

• The majority of the time will be inside conditions with protection from weather condition. Our shop is climate controlled with heat & air conditioning.
• There are periodic high noise levels and vibration associated with this job. Sources include: engine noise, air compressors, air powered equipment, and other shop noises. Hearing protection should be used in these environments.
• There are potential of physical hazards in which there is danger to life, health, or bodily injury, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving equipment, heavy parts, electrical shock, compressed air and exposure to chemicals.
• Machines, tools, equipment, and work aids which may be representative, but not all inclusive, of those commonly associated with this type of work.
• Air power tools, electric drill, drill press, crimping machines, grinders (both hand and bench), wrenches, heat guns, lathe, torches, welders, a variety of hand tools, mills, and electric cords.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently and up to 25 lbs. of force on a regular basis through the day, depending on work related circumstances.
• Must be able to be attentive to job at hand to complete tasks consistently correctly.
• Must be able to lift objects from floor to above shoulder level. Must be able to move objects/parts/tools and equipment from one area to another and one level to another level.
• Strong hand-eye coordination
• Standing or Sitting for up to 4 hours at a time.
• Reaching – extending and pulling the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction while working with various tools as mentioned above.
• Handling - seizing, holding, grasping, turning, pulling, or otherwise working with hands and arms.
• Pulling – using arms in such a way as pulling of tools, wrenches, parts, and equipment to complete the job.
• Manual dexterity – picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers primarily.
• Feeling – being able to determine objects such as size, shape, temperature or texture by means of receptors in skin, particularly those of finger tips.

Benefits:

• 100% Employee Owned - ESOP
• Health Insurance (3 plan options)
• 401(k) plan plus Employer 401(k) Matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA - Health Savings Account
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Vision insurance
• Accident/Critical Illness Insurance options
• Life Insurance
• And more!
• Potential for quarterly bonuses
• 100% Employee owned