Fire Apparatus Designer - SVI Trucks

Socket.dev; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Sick Time

401k matching

Health and Dental Benefits

Life Insurance

Dental Bill reimbursements

9 Paid Holidays

Birthday holiday Paid

Employee discounts

Job summary

SVI Trucks in Fort Collins, CO seeks a Fire Apparatus Designer to design bodies and assemblies for emergency response vehicles. You will develop 2D/3D models, create construction documentation, and assist on the shop floor as needed.

The role requires knowledge of Autodesk Inventor or other CAD tools, strong mechanical aptitude, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds. On-site work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude required.
• Some knowledge of heavy/medium duty truck layout and builds.
• Able to contribute in a fast paced/team atmosphere.
• Able to problem solve and learn new skills.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen, physical agility test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret measurements with tape, calipers, and protractor.
• Create and follow assembly instructions, drawings and blueprints; convert measurements between imperial and metric.
• Model using 2D/3D CAD software and publish construction documentation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to support builds.
• Maintain proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Ability to read measurements

Education

Associate degree in CAD

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Pro/E

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

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 and meticulous construction.

We are looking for an energetic, self-starting Fire Apparatus Designer 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! As a Fire Apparatus Designer, you will be responsible for designing component and body assemblies used in the manufacture of emergency response apparatus ranging from utility rescues to heavy rescues and fire engines.

The fire apparatus designer will be required to proficiently design fire apparatus bodies and accessories utilizing 2D and 3D modeling software and publish construction documentation with Adobe Acrobat. The position requires on property work attendance. Occasionally individuals will be required to assist on the manufacturing floor and thus shall be capable of extended periods of standing, stooping, bending, and balancing. Individuals should have manual dexterity, fine manipulation, and the ability to reach with hands and arms and lift-up to 50 pounds max. Use of ladders and rolling staircases included in equipment to complete job duties.

Essential Functions:

• Accurately read and interpret a measuring tape, digital and/or dial calipers, angle finder and protractor.
• Create and/or follow written assembly instructions, drawings, and blueprints. With knowledge of fraction to decimal and imperial to metric conversions.
• Knowledge of 3D modeling software, preferably Autodesk Inventor; Solid Works and Pro E also acceptable.
• Knowledge of 2D CAD software, preferably Autodesk AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, primarily Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate with others to provide necessary details.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Some knowledge of heavy/medium duty Truck layout and builds.
• Able to contribute in a fast paced/team atmosphere.
• Able to problem solve.
• Learn and apply valuable skills and gain useful knowledge.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical agility test and criminal background check.
• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Must be able to follow directions and pay attention to detail.
• We will train the right candidate.

Additional skills and experience that will be considered:

• Associate degree in CAD.
• Basic to extensive knowledge for GD&T.
• At least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in customization of both automotive and heavy-duty vehicles regarding the body, chassis, or cab interior.
• Understanding of low- and high-pressure air systems.
• Knowledge or understanding of water pump plumbing.
• Understanding of RV or residential plumbing.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• 401k matching
• Health and Dental Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Dental Bill reimbursements
• 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

Compensation:

$23.00 - $28.00/Hour DOE

Hours:

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

Job Type:

Full-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Work Authorization:

United States (Required)

For more information on our company, please visit www.svitrucks.com SVI Trucks New Fire Trucks | Rock-Solid Custom Fire Trucks & Fire Apparatus

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.