Hydraulics Technician

New Way® Trucks; Carroll (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join New Way Trucks as a Hydraulics Technician in Carroll, IA, where you will be responsible for assembling and installing hydraulic elements on garbage trucks. Enjoy a family-oriented atmosphere, innovative culture, and a comprehensive benefits package while contributing to a market-leading, family-owned company.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 1 year(s) experience preferred in using hand and power tools.
• Understand hydraulics including pumps, valves, and plumbing of components.
• Experience operating forklifts and cranes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble hydraulic components efficiently to maximize production.
• Mount and plumb hydraulic components to garbage truck bodies.
• Inspect own work for leaks and make corrections as needed.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Math skills

Good communication

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklift

Hose fitting machine

Job description

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Let's Drive New Way Fearlessly Forward!

New Way Trucks is the largest family-owned refuse-first equipment manufacturer in North America, spanning three generations. New Way Trucks, founded in Scranton, Iowa in 1971, remains dedicated to our team, distributors and our customers. We've stayed fiercely true to our small-town values and continue to be a nimble force in the industry, adapting to changing times and innovating practical solutions our customers need most. With manufacturing facilities in Iowa and Mississippi, New Way proudly builds trucks and parts for fleets in all 50 states, plus Canada, Latin America, and more.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
  
  
  

Let's Drive New Way Fearlessly Forward!

New Way Trucks is the largest family-owned refuse-first equipment manufacturer in North America, spanning three generations. New Way Trucks, founded in Scranton, Iowa in 1971, remains dedicated to our team, distributors and our customers. We've stayed fiercely true to our small-town values and continue to be a nimble force in the industry, adapting to changing times and innovating practical solutions our customers need most. With manufacturing facilities in Iowa and Mississippi, New Way proudly builds trucks and parts for fleets in all 50 states, plus Canada, Latin America, and more.

We are currently seeking a motivated Hydraulics Technician to join our New Way team at our Carroll, IA location. The Hydraulics Technician will install hydraulic elements to the body of garbage trucks. This person will assemble, mount, and plumb hydraulic components to the fabricated body of garbage trucks.

Your Role in Our Mission:

• Assemble hydraulic components in an efficient manner to maximize production and minimize waste.
• Maintains accuracy of products by following work orders.
• Mount and plumb hydraulic components to the fabricated product.
• Maintain/produce a level of inventory that will minimize production delays.
• Inspects own work for leaks and other problems and makes corrections as needed.
• Operate a forklift to move around subassemblies.
  
  
  

To Perform this Job Successfully:

• 1 year(s) experience preferred in using hand and power tools.
• Mechanical knowledge related to operating hose fitting machine.
• Understand hydraulics including pumps, valves, cylinders, and plumbing of components.
• Forklift and crane experience preferred.
• Math skills include fractions and angles.
• Good communication.
• Read tape measure and angle finder.
• Clean and maintain an orderly work area.
• Flare and bend hydraulic tubes.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner and report hazards associated with the equipment or its operation to the Safety Department and Maintenance Department.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance in accordance with company attendance policies.
  
  
  

Why New Way Trucks?

• Family Owned: Experience a close-knit atmosphere where every team member is valued, and contributions recognized.
• Midwest Values: Integrity, hard work, and community from the core of our operations.
• Innovation at Heart: We are committed to staying ahead of the curve and continually investing in technology and our people.
• Competitive Benefit Package: Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for professional growth.
  
  
  

Are you ready to build your future with New Way? Apply now!

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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