Chassis/Mechanical Assembly Technician - SVI Trucks

Socket.dev; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off and Sick Time

Health and Dental Benefits

Life Insurance

401k matching

Dental Bill reimbursements

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

9 Paid Holidays

Birthday holiday

Employee Discounts through vendors

Job summary

Super Vac is seeking an energetic Chassis/Mechanical Assembly Technician for our Trucks division in Fort Collins, CO. You will repair and modify fire truck chassis, read blueprints, and operate shop tools in a fast-paced team.

The role requires knowledge of air brake and diesel systems; welding (MIG/TIG) is a plus; lifting up to 100 pounds; pre-employment screening; DOE pay; full-time, non-exempt.

Qualifications

• Read and follow blueprints to repair and modify chassis.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Operate basic hand and power shop tools in a fast-paced setting.
• Knowledge of air brake and diesel motor operations is required.
• Welding (MIG/TIG) experience is a plus.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds and climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Repair and modification of fire truck chassis.
• Operate basic hand and power shop tools.
• Read and follow blueprints and read tape measures.
• Contribute in a fast-paced team environment and follow directions.
• Obtain forklift certification and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Tape measure reading

Shop tools operation

Air brake knowledge

Diesel systems knowledge

Mig/Tig welding

Forklift certification

Mechanical aptitude

Class B CDL preferred

Education

EVT certification

Class B CDL (preferred)

Job description

Description

SVI Trucks builds custom fire apparatus, including rescue trucks, hazmat units, command vehicles, fire engines, tanker trucks, law enforcement vehicles and more. Every truck that leaves the factory is truly one-of-a-kind thanks to innovative engineering and meticulous construction.

We are looking for an energetic, self-starting Chassis/Mechanical Assembly Technician for our Trucks division. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a trusted, well respected, family-owned business that is continually expanding. If you want to work for a company that knows what it means to take care of people, then this might be the job for you!

Essential Functions:

• Repair and modification of fire truck chassis
• Operate basic hand and power shop tools
• Ability to read and follow blueprints
• Ability to use and accurately read a tape measure
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of air brake operations and diesel motor operations
• Ability to Mig and Tig weld is a plus
• Experience with low and high pressure air systems
• Knowledge of mechanical PTO systems and pump plumbing
• Understanding of torque values (Wheels, Axle Shafts etc.)
• Experience with driving a class B commercial vehicle preferred
• EVT certification highly desired
• Mechanical aptitude required
• Must be able to follow directions and pay attention to detail
• Able to contribute in a fast paced/team atmosphere
• Able to obtain forklift certification
• Kneeling, crouching and laying on creeper under vehicles is required
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds
• Must be able to climb ladders
• Able to take initiative and problem solve
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical agility test and background check

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Health and Dental Benefits
• Life Insurance
• 401k matching
• Dental Bill reimbursements ($400 per year)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• 9 Paid Holidays
• We believe your Birthday is a holiday and is a treated as such! Take your Birthday off and get paid!
• Employee Discounts through our vendors

Hours:

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday

Compensation:

$23.00 - $26.00/hour DOE

Job Type:

Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Work Authorization:

United States (Required)

For more information on our company, please visit www.supervac.com or www.svitrucks.com.

Super Vac is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Super Vac does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.