Heavy Equipment Assembler

Wallenius Wilhelmsen; Sanford (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics company as a Heavy Equipment Assembler in Sanford, NC. This role involves assembling heavy equipment, operating machinery, and ensuring safety standards are met. Enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401k matching.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee discounts

Paid vacation

401k Matching

Company-paid life insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems for equipment.

Responsibilities

• Complete assembly of heavy equipment using various tools.
• Drive and operate equipment for assembly tasks.
• Adhere to safety regulations and standards.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Reading Machine Manuals

Hydraulic Systems Knowledge

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Hand Dexterity

Job description

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Heavy Equipment Assembler

Are you looking to join a company where you'll work with new, top-of-the-line heavy equipment?

Keen, a Wallenius Wilhelmsen company, is seeking Heavy Equipment Assembler at our equipment processing center in Sanford, NC.

See yourself at Wallenius Wilhelmsen. We collaborate, we care, we challenge every day to keep the world in motion and transform logistics into a zero-emissions, carbon-free industry. Join us and make it happen!

Starting pay is $18.00 an hour depending on experience.

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

1. Complete assembly of partially built heavy equipment using hand, electric, and air-powered tools.
2. Unpackage, install, and remove machine parts.
3. Drive and operate equipment including backing up, tilting or raising or lowering attachments or other machine movements to facilitate proper assembly.
4. Work outside in all reasonable weather conditions.
5. Read and interpret machine manuals and schematics for assembly purposes.
6. Adhere to OSHA standards and company safety regulations.

Job Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

1. Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment, forklifts, overhead cranes.
2. Ability to read and interpret machine manuals and schematics.
3. Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems for construction and agricultural equipment.
4. Sufficient hand dexterity and strength to operate a sledgehammer, power tools, and withstand vibration of tools.
5. Ability to lift overhead 50 lbs and climb to/work at heights of up to 15 feet.
6. Ability to complete a full workday walking and/or standing in all reasonable weather conditions.
7. Steel-toed boots/shoes.
8. Current valid driver’s license.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional shop/yard environment. Frequent exposure to the elements (such as dust, dirt, rain) and chemicals (such as fumes and fluids) occurs during operation of construction and agricultural equipment, cranes, forklifts, welding, painting, etc.

Why Join Keen?

Competitive pay & benefits!

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision - eligibility after 30 days of employment!
• Employee discounts within our network - hotels, airlines, and automotive.
• Paid vacation in first year!
• 401k Matching.
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.

About Us

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is an iconic shipping and logistics company with premium end-to-end supply chain management. Our vision is to empower people and markets through a sustainable flow of goods and services.

We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 8,200 people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers, and offices in nearly 45 countries. When added up, the effort of our global workforce keeps the world moving.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. We recognize that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is central to our business outcomes because it touches every part of our operations and strategy. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.