Belt Mechanic

FCX Performance; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies, founded in 1923, is a leading distributor of maintenance supplies. The Rubber Shop Mechanic role involves customizing belts and rubber components to customer specifications, in-house or on customer sites, with extensive training and ongoing support.

You will build and repair belts, verify parts, maintain stock, and follow safety rules while lifting up to 75 pounds and possibly working overtime or weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical background essential.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Overtime hours and weekend work may be required.
• Basic math skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Maintenance or belt tech experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and repair belts and rubber components.
• Fabricate, install and repair conveyor belting and rubber products.
• Receive and verify incoming parts, materials, and supplies.
• Maintain stock area and prepare sales orders.
• Pick up and deliver orders, stock, and supplies.
• Follow safety rules and maintain a neat work area.
• Exercise proper care in the use of tools and equipment.
• Detect and report defective equipment or unusual conditions.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Mechanical background

Basic math

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Rubber Shop Mechanic at Applied Industrial Technologies, you will perform a variety of duties to customize light & heavy duty belts and rubber components to customer specifications either in-house or at a customer site. We'll ensure that you receive extensive ongoing training and provide you with solid feedback and support to reach both the company and your personal goals. Your work, both individually and as part of a team, will have a direct impact on customer satisfaction and bottom line results.

Job Responsibilities

• Build / repair belts and rubber components
• Perform duties to fabricate, install and repair conveyor belting, systems, and other rubber products
• Receive and verify incoming parts, materials, and supplies;
• Maintain stock area, prepare sales orders
• Pick up and deliver orders, stock, and supplies.
• Work in a manner that ensures the safety of everyone involved.
• Exercise proper care in the use of tools and equipment
• Detect and report defective equipment, material and any improper operations or unusual conditions. Observe all prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition.
  

Requirements

• Organization and prioritization skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong mechanical background
• Basic math skills
• Strong communication skills written and verbal including use of proper English and grammar.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, as well as ability to work at heights and tight spaces.
• Overtime hours and weekend work may be required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Maintenance, belt tech experience preferred but not required
  

Desired Characteristics

• Ability and desire to quickly learn new processes and systems.
  

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.
Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.