Belt Technician (RS)

Applied Industrial Technologies; Appleton (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies is hiring a Field Service Technician to build and repair belts, install conveyor belting, and verify incoming parts while maintaining stock and safety. The role requires hands-on maintenance experience and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds, with travel up to 20% and overtime as needed.

Strong mechanical background, organization, and communication skills are essential. High school diploma or equivalent is required; belt tech experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ year proven experience in field service work, maintenance, or other hands-on work.
• 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 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.

Skills

Field service

Mechanical background

Organization skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Physical ability

Overtime availability

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maintenance/Belt tech experience preferred

Job description

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

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.