Belt Tech 1

Applied Industrial Technologies; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Health care, vision and dental

401(k) with company match

Training & development program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Belt Technician to customize heavy‑duty belts and rubber components. Work may occur in our shop or at customer sites, with comprehensive training and strong support to help you grow.

You will build, repair, install, and vulcanize conveyor belting while maintaining safety and quality. The role requires 1+ year of hands‑on experience, a solid mechanical background, and basic math/computer skills, plus the ability to lift up to 75 lbs

Qualifications

• 1+ year of field service, maintenance, or hands-on work.
• Strong mechanical background and manual dexterity.
• Basic math and computer skills for job tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work at heights or in tight spaces.
• Overtime hours and weekend work may be required.
• Up to 20% travel away from home, including overnight.

Responsibilities

• Build/repair belts and rubber components.
• Install and vulcanize conveyor belting for various loads.
• Receive/verify parts, maintain stock, and prepare orders.
• Pickup/deliver orders and supplies as needed.
• Fabricate, install, and repair belts, systems and rubber products.
• Ensure safety; use tools and equipment properly.
• Detect and report defective equipment or improper operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety rules.

Skills

Mechanical background

Math skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Travel up to 20%

Overtime/weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

As a Belt Technician at Applied Industrial Technologies, you will perform a variety of duties to customize 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
• Install and vulcanize lightweight and heavyweight conveyor belting
• Receive and verify incoming parts, materials, and supplies; maintain stock area, prepare sales orders
• Pick up and deliver orders, stock, and supplies
• Perform duties to fabricate, install and repair conveyor belting, systems and other rubber products
• 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; maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition

Position requirements

• 1+ yr proven experience in field service work, maintenance, or other hands‑on work
• Organization and prioritization skills; attention to detail
• Strong mechanical background
• Basic math skills and computer 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
• Up to 20% travel away from home including overnight
• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Maintenance, belt tech experience preferred

Desired characteristics

• Ability and desire to quickly learn new processes and systems

Benefits

• Base salary and bonus opportunities, overtime opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package including health care, vision and dental, 401(k) with company match
• Personalized training & development program
• Career development opportunities

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.