Quality Technician *$1,000 Sign-On Bonus*

ES Utilities South Dakota-USA; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Terex Utilities in Watertown, SD seeks a Quality Technician to ensure product quality through inspection, issue resolution, and process improvement. The role requires reading blueprints, using precision measurement tools, and strong verbal communication to coordinate with leadership and other teams.

The position offers a competitive hourly wage in the $22–$23.50 range with a $1,000 sign-on bonus, paid after six months and one year of employment, plus comprehensive benefits and training

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 2–3 years of assembly/testing/inspection experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety awareness.
• Excellent communication and teamwork with cross-functional groups.
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic digital applications.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
• Utilize precision measurement equipment and applications.
• Audit quality gates and write non-conformances.
• Train team on Quality Standards and Customer Requirements.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with operations to prevent recurrence.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description: Join our Team: Quality Technician Watertown, SD

**$1,000 Sign on Bonus** $500 paid at 6 months of employment, $500 paid at 1 year of employment. Must be an active employee at time of payout to collect the bonus.

Join our team at Terex Utilities and embark on an exciting opportunity as we seek a skilled and dedicated Quality Technician to contribute to the Terex team in Watertown, SD. At Terex we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team.

What you’ll do

• Safe and positive approach to daily standard work.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, schematics and other types of engineering/manufacturing drawings.
• Understanding of precision measurement equipment and applications.
• Experienced with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Basic understanding of iPads/digital applications.
• Highly proficient in communicating problems and solutions to leadership, internal and external customers, and with other departments and plants.
• Must be familiar with weld inspection methods used by Terex Utilities at the various facilities.
• Ability to investigate problems, determine root cause, and suggest or implement effective solutions.
• Must have a desire to make a difference, make long-term changes to Terex Utilities Quality.
• Ability to train the Terex Utilities team on Quality Standards and Customer Requirements.
• Perform Audits/Inspections at specified Quality gates.
• Write non-conformances and notify correct departments.
• Issue red tags.
• Help identify and drive internal quality and safety improvements.
• Work with operations team to resolve issues and put in countermeasures to prevent future reoccurrences.
• Improve/modify test procedure as required.
• Other Job duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring

• High School Diploma and/or equivalent experience 2-3 years of proven experience in Assembly/Installation, Testing, or Inspection.
• Possess good mechanical aptitude.
• Effectively communicate with all team members.
• Function as a team member and contribute to group goals while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Work independently with minimal supervision in a responsible manner.
• Recognize potential safety hazards and take appropriate actions to minimize risks.
• Maintain the integrity of confidential business and product information.
• Demonstrate acceptable attendance for company standard; provides adequate notification; aware of impact on organization.
• Take initiative to recognize areas of opportunity and resolve with appropriate action.
• Identify problems, work towards root cause elimination utilizing appropriate problem-solving methods.
• Demonstrate excellent leadership skills.
• Help others where needed, backs up others.
• Willingness to be flexible to learn new skills based on the need of the company.
• Consistently performs to Takt Time or quoted time.
• Meets established metrics by performing quality work in accordance to SOPs for the area with minimal errors.
• Work to improve processes within their work area - uses appropriate tools to find and eliminate waste and to reduce overall business costs.
• Continuously search for new and better ways of doing things; challenges the status quo and sets stretch goals; works across boundaries to achieve common goals; strives to continuously improve oneself.

Why Join Us

We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values - Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose. Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm. Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued. We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way. We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential. Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.

We offer competitive salaries, health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and discount programs.

The compensation range for this position is $22-23.50 hourly. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. This above description is non-exhaustive and there may be additional duties in accordance with the role.

About Terex: Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value‑creating digital solutions, we deliver best‑in‑class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information: We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values - Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non‑discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at [e-mail]. The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.