Hydraulics Assembly Technician I

Wabtec Corporation; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with 6% company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company located in Duncan, South Carolina, is seeking an Assembly Worker to join their team. The role requires hands-on assembly and troubleshooting of equipment while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and a year of assembly experience in a manufacturing environment. The hourly rate starts at $18.50, with comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work 1st shift hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
• At least 1 year of assembly experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Ability to use tools and equipment needed for assembly operations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble assembly parts.
• Use tools and equipment required for assembly operations.
• Assist in daily 5S and cleaning procedures.

Skills

Assembly experience

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Basic assembly tools

Job description

Job Overview

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value‑added services for freight, transit rail, mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, we enable digital rail ecosystems and deliver innovative, high‑quality solutions worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble assembly parts.
• Use tools and equipment required for assembly operations in an industrial setting.
• Team player; demonstrate good listening and communication skills.
• Assist in daily 5S and cleaning procedures.
• Help others find solutions to quality and production issues.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.
• Assemble, test, and inspect according to engineering drawings and test codes.
• Work with electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Disassemble, troubleshoot, repair, and reassemble equipment that does not pass the test.
• Maintain assembly and test equipment as required.
• Move material to and from the workstation by hand, cart, or crane as required.
• Adhere to all safety rules and procedures and maintain good housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work 1st shift hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
• High School Graduate or GED.
• At least 1 year of assembly experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Ability to use tools and equipment needed for assembly operations.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• Team player.

Shift & Pay

Hourly rate: $18.50+ per hour. The actual rate may vary based on training, transferable skills, experience, education, business needs, market demands, and location.

Benefits

• Benefit coverage begins on day 1: medical, dental, vision, and supplemental options at low rates.
• Life insurance and short‑term disability at no cost; 401(k) with 6% company match.
• Paid vacation and 12 paid holidays per year.
• Potential annual bonus if eligible.

Physical Demands

Frequently required to stand, walk, talk, or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must lift and/or move up to 30 lbs. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Environment

Indoor manufacturing environment with production machinery, overhead cranes, and forklift traffic. Personal protective equipment is required.

Mental Demands

Use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information, and documents; analyze and solve problems; apply math and reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn new information or skills; interact with employees, customers, and vendors.

EEO Statement

Wabtec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Need accommodation? Just let us know – we’ve got you.

About Wabtec

Wabtec is committed to performance that drives progress, unlocking customer potential through innovative transportation solutions that move and improve the world. With about 30,000 employees worldwide, we foster a culture of leadership, inclusion, and continuous learning. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.