Installation and Service Technician

Description

Summary/Objective
The Installer is responsible for installing and repairing a variety of trucking tarp systems. These systems include flatbeds, dumps, and a variety of other trailer types, under the supervision and direction of department production supervisor or Team Lead.

Essential Functions

1. Performs installer and service/repair operations, using hand tools and electronic and pneumatic  tooling.
2. Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the team lead /or and department  supervisor.
3. Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
4. Must be familiar with power tools in order to perform the tasks stated above.
5. Must be able to operate a stand-up and sit-down forklift
6. Must have aptitude to learn basic steel and/or aluminum MIG welding

Competencies

1. Teamwork Orientation.
2. Time Management.
3. Performance Management.
4. Results Driven.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a high level of heat/humidity conditions due to working in a non-climate controlled facility. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

Requirements

Physical Demands

The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and to climb or balance. The employee must be able to stand and walk for long periods up time (up to 8-10 hours per day), reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. Must also be able to bend and twist as necessary. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50/60 pounds in a team lift situation. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work 

This is typically a full-time position. Hours of work are dependent upon shift, with and overtime and Saturdays required as needed per company business needs.

Required Education and Experience

1. 1-3 years of manufacturing-related experience.
2. Ability to read a tape measure required
3. Experience  with power tools (saws, drills, etc.)
4. Ability to read blueprints highly preferred.
5. Strong understanding of  safety and quality processes.

Travel 

No travel is expected for this position.

Supervisory Responsibility 

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.