Installation Apprentice Technician

Rite-Hite Company; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Arbon Equipment, a Rite-Hite Company, is seeking a field service technician to install, inspect and repair equipment at customer sites. You will develop technical skills, follow safety guidelines, and maintain clear field service paperwork.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to read blueprints and safety manuals. You will work with teammates to ensure safety and customer satisfaction, with hands-on training and opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and pass a DOT medical exam.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to write routine reports and speak to groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, service and repair equipment in the field under supervision of a senior technician.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, welders, torches, and power tools safely.
• Maintain paperwork such as service tickets and time sheets accurately.
• Work closely with other departments to maximize customer satisfaction.
• Follow company policies and safety guidelines.

Skills

Driver's license

DOT medical exam

Reading & interpretation

Communication

Math skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Blueprints & Schematics

Safety procedures

Job description

At Arbon Equipment, a Rite-Hite Company, your work makes an impact. We deliver industry-leading solutions that keep workplaces safe, productive, and efficient. When you join Arbon Equipment, you're not just selling or servicing equipment - you're building trusted partnerships with customers and growing your career with a company backed by the strength of Rite-Hite's global innovation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

• Develop technical skills, knowledge of supported product lines, and proficiency in following our policies and procedures.
• Timely and proper completion of assigned tasks, either individually or under the guidance of a senior Technician.
• Develop and maintain good customer relations in a manner that exemplifies Rite-Hite's image and commitment to customer service.
• Compliance with all company policies and safety guidelines.
• Assist in the installation, inspection, service, and repair of equipment in the field under the direction of a senior Installation Technician. Comfortable working at heights in various weather conditions. May also be assigned to performance planned maintenance and other uninvolved tasks.
• Complete all required training classes and modules to demonstrate proficiency and understanding.
• Using the handheld devices (or paper backup forms if needed) accurately complete all necessary paperwork associated with field service, repair and installation including service tickets, time sheets, open job tracking form and safety analysis sheets.
• Maintain compliance with operation and communication standards as per the Field Technician Handbook.
• This position requires the operation of truck-based cranes, forklifts, welders, torches, and power and hand tools.
• Follow all company and customer safety requirements.
• Follow all customer-specific requirements, policies, and directions on their work sites.
• Work closely with all other departments in the company, communicating and coordinating activities to efficiently maximize customer satisfaction.

• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

The successful individual will possess:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Prior mechanical, electrical or welding experience helpful but not required.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILL REQUIREMENT

The ideal individual will demonstrate:

• Service Technicians must have a valid drivers license.
• Passing DOT medical exam.
• Applicable driver qualification standards at all times.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints & schematics, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This role will not have supervisory responsibilities.

What We Offer

At Arbon Equipment - A Rite-Hite Company, we take care of our people - because when you're supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you're supported - at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.