LEAD FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN, CONVEYOR BELT & COMPONENT INSTALLER & SPLICER

KANSAS CITY RUBBER & BELTING CO.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned company with a rich history as a Lead Field Service Technician, where you will play a crucial role in installing and splicing conveyor belts and components. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, ensuring timely and efficient installations while maintaining high safety and quality standards. With a focus on customer satisfaction, you'll collaborate with various departments and lead projects that directly impact our clients. If you are a skilled technician with a passion for mechanical systems and enjoy a dynamic work environment that values your expertise, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Industry leading wages

Pension Plan & Annuity

Medical, Dental, Optical Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience in heavyweight belt installation and vulcanized splicing.
• Ability to lead projects and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-site installations are completed on time and within budget.
• Install and commission conveyor equipment and systems.

Skills

Mechanical component installation

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Willingness to travel

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in mechanical systems

Tools

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Forklift

Scissor lift

Job description

LEAD FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN, CONVEYOR BELT & COMPONENT INSTALLER & SPLICER

Kansas City Rubber and Belting Co. is looking for a Lead Field Service Technician, Conveyor Belt & Component Installer & Splicer in Kansas City, MO.
This local job opportunity with ID 3055195506 is live since 2025-02-01 01:37:18.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Lead Field Service Technician, you will be responsible for installing/splicing conveyor belts and installing related industrial conveyor component products. You will be based in Kansas City, MO. Hours vary per job.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical component installation, efficient in lap and finger splicing, strong problem-solving skills, and a proven track record in installing conveyor equipment.
2. 6+ years experience in heavyweight belt installation and vulcanized splicing, efficient in Lap & Finger.
3. Ability to lead projects.
4. Knowledge of conveyor system design, installation, and maintenance.
5. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
6. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
7. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
8. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Willingness to travel to client sites frequently. Overnight travel is required. (Per Diem while traveling)
10. Willingness to work overtime, weekends, & nights when around-the-clock support is required.
11. Willingness to respond and support unplanned customer emergency breakdowns.
12. Provide on-call assistance as required.
13. Physical ability to work in a field installation environment, including lifting and carrying heavy equipment.
14. Experience with basic hand and power tools.
15. Ability to read and interpret documents such as proposals, engineering drawings, specifications, and procedure manuals.
16. Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence.
17. Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
18. Fluent in reading and writing English.
19. Must have the technical ability to use a mobile device such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop computer.
20. Ability to use multi-hand and power tools associated with conveyor installations.
21. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and pick up items weighing at least 50 lbs.
22. Ability to climb ladders, operate a forklift and scissor lift, and practice proper safety per OSHA standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. The Conveyor Field Installation Technician will be responsible for ensuring that all on-site installations are completed on time, within budget, and to the client's satisfaction.
2. Install and commission conveyor equipment and systems, including mechanical components.
3. Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards.
4. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the installation and maintenance of conveyor systems.
5. Communicate project status, risks, and issues to the project manager and internal teams.
6. Collaborate with other departments such as engineering, sales, and customer service to ensure project success.
7. Maintain accurate project documentation and reports.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.
9. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.

BENEFITS

1. Industry leading wages.
2. Pension Plan & Annuity.
3. Medical, Dental, Optical Insurance.
4. Paid Vacation.
5. Paid Holidays.

Kansas City Rubber and Belting, Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

ABOUT US

Kansas City Rubber and Belting was founded in 1906 and has been family-owned since the early fifties. We are an industrial distributor that provides a comprehensive range of rubber products and services. We offer our customers value by providing name-brand products at a reasonable price in a timely manner with friendly and courteous customer service.

Our customers are our number one priority. Our inside and outside salespeople have been trained by the manufacturers we represent, and they are ready to solve your problems no matter how large or small. Our main focus is on rubber products such as hose, power transmission belts, conveyor belts, and sheet rubber. We also supply a variety of metal products such as fittings, adapters, sheaves, chains, bushings, motors, and conveyor idlers. Although these products are our main focus, we also offer a large range of miscellaneous products to fulfill many of your industrial needs.

We are home to one of the largest autoclaves in the Midwest, and we can rubber line all types of tanks, pipes, valves, metal surfaces, and pulley lagging.