Hydraulic Hose Specialist

Western States Equipment Co.; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Western States Equipment Co. in Meridian, ID, is seeking a hose assembly technician to build and design custom hose assemblies for customers, stock parts, and process orders in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment.

The role requires forklift operation, basic dealer system knowledge, and at least two years in warehouse work or equivalent. Mechanically inclined candidates with strong English communication are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proof of high school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years’ experience in warehouse or 2 years as Western States combined warehouse and/or delivery driver, or 4 years non-CAT warehouse experience.
• Previous experience in hose production or warehouse is preferred.
• Mechanically inclined with general understanding of machinery and hand tools.
• Proof of driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English).

Responsibilities

• Build hose assemblies for customers and stock in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Identify various types of fittings and hose and offer replacement options for customers.
• Design and estimate custom hose assemblies based on customer needs and application.
• Create sales orders to provide customer invoices for hose purchases.
• Maintain tooling and equipment in the hose room.
• Pull and package parts to fill customer orders in a timely fashion.
• Deliver and provide pickup of parts, cylinders and components for service repairs when needed.
• Perform daily bin and physical inventory counts.

Skills

Forklift operation

Forklift certification

English communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Driver's license

Tools

Basic dealer systems

Job description

Meridian
500 E Overland Rd
Meridian, ID 83642, USA

This position is responsible to facilitate outstanding customer service by building hydraulic and industrial hose assemblies in a fast paced, customer service driven business. This individual must have the ability to prioritize time wisely, handle stress well, and be proficient at determining the processes necessary to complete all tasks.

Essential Functions

• Build hose assemblies for customers and stock in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Must be able to identify various types of fittings and hose and be able to offer replacement options for our customers.
• Design and estimate custom hose assemblies based on customer needs and application.
• Create sales orders in order to provide a customer invoice for hose purchases.
• Adhere to good housekeeping and Contamination Control Standards.
• Maintain tooling and equipment in the hose room.
• Serves as a backup to the parts warehouse as needed.
• Performs daily bin and physical inventory counts.
• Pulls and packages parts to fill customer orders in a timely fashion.
• Delivers and provides pickup of parts, cylinders and components for service repairs when needed.
• Receives shipments. Identifies parts from shipments. Places parts in proper bin location.
• Bands and prepares packages and pallets for shipping.
• Performs daily safety inspections and maintains safety logs of mobile equipment.
• Follows assigned work schedule with consistent attendance/punctuality.
• Adhere to all customer care standards.
• Actively care and advocate safety at Western States. Adhere to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards.
• May accomplish training and serve as a team member in support of Western States’ strategic programs, projects, and initiatives.
• Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to obtain forklift operators certification.
• Ability to learn and use computer systems for time entry, personnel data, e‑mail, and basic dealer systems operational functions.
• Ability to work overtime and on call.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality.

Education and Experience

• Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience, or 2 year as a Western States combined warehouse and/or delivery driver, or 4 years non‑CAT warehouse experience required.
• Previous experience in hose production or warehouse is preferred.
• Mechanically inclined with a general understanding of machinery and hand tools.
• Proof of driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English).

Physical Characteristics

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time along with walking, standing, climbing stairs, reaching, pushing, pulling, leaning and twisting.
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs. in accordance with Western States’ Lifting Safe Work Practice to include amount and approach.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this classification.

This role is designated as safety‑sensitive.

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