Boom Assembler

Elliott Equipment Company; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,000 Hiring Bonus

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Competitive pay and strong benefits

Job summary

Elliott Equipment Company in Omaha, NE is seeking a skilled Boom Assembly Mechanic. This role involves the installation and modification of equipment to support critical infrastructure projects. The position offers competitive pay and an additional $2,000 hiring bonus.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and prior mechanical experience. Responsibilities include interpreting mechanical drawings and ensuring workplace safety. The company supports growth opportunities within a lean, continuous-improvement environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Good math and measurement skills are necessary.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings is required.
• Experience in managing multiple projects at once.
• Intermediate skills in using Word, Excel, and Access are necessary.
• Must resolve conflicts professionally.

Responsibilities

• Install and modify equipment based on specifications.
• Use mechanical drawings to guide installations.
• Ensure safety and proper maintenance of equipment.
• Carry out physical tasks while adhering to safety protocols.

Skills

Effective communication

Math and measurement skills

Reading engineering drawings

Project management

Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Access)

Conflict resolution

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

BOOM ASSEMBLY MECHANIC

Pay Range: $20-26

$2,000 Hiring Bonus

Benefits

• Meaningful work supporting critical infrastructure
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A lean, continuous-improvement environment
• Competitive pay and strong benefits

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Interpretation of mechanical drawings, including weld symbols
• Correctly installs inner sections, reels, accessories and wear pads on each boom
• Installs hoses, winches, and cables
• Conventional and precision measuring instruments
• Process inspection, certification, and documentation
• Builds and/or modifies equipment in accordance to established specifications to meet specific project requirements
• Safety and Housekeeping
• Repairs and/or modifies existing and new products accordance with established specifications and procedures
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Requires good attendance and punctuality
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Individual must possess these knowledge’s, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing
• Good math and measurement skills
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Intermediate computer skills, i.e. Word, Excel, and Access
• Ability to resolve conflicts in a courteous and professional manner

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Previous mechanical experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs frequently throughout the day, depending on work related circumstances.
• Must be able to lift objects from floor to above shoulder level and be able to lift from lying position on back overhead. Must be able to move objects/parts/tools and equipment from one area to another and one level to another.
• This position includes the following physical demands:
  • Extending and pulling the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction while working with various tools as mentioned before.
  • Seizing, holding, rasping, turning, pulling, or otherwise working with hands and arms.
  • Using arms in such a way as pulling of tools, wrenches, parts, and equipment to complete the job.
  • Picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers primarily (rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling).
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
  • Ability to climb up and down trucks, steps, and ladders safety.

EEO Statement

Elliott Equipment Company is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetics, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristics protected by law. All persons will be considered for employment based on their qualifications.