Shop Assistant & Deliveries | Forklift & Fabrication

J. F. Ahern Co.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-of-the-Line Tools

Safety First

Exceptional Work Environment

Perks You Can See

Job summary

J. F. Ahern Co. in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Shop Assistant to join our mechanical and fire protection contracting team. You will perform deliveries to job sites, assist with shop tasks, and support field crews.

The ideal candidate has shop experience, can operate a forklift, holds a valid driver’s license, and is physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds; we offer a safety-focused culture and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a shop environment.
• Ability to drive a forklift and operate basic maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record; able to pass a DOT medical exam.

Responsibilities

• Deliver to job sites in the Des Moines area and perform basic preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Receive, store, and ship materials; assist with fabrication on pipe for the field.
• Coordinate workflow and communicate with field and office staff, especially during the Shop Manager’s absence.

Skills

Shop experience

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

Clean driving record

DOT medical exam

Multitasking

Job description

J. F. Ahern Co. in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Shop Assistant to join our mechanical and fire protection contracting team. You will perform deliveries to job sites, assist with shop tasks, and support field crews.

The ideal candidate has shop experience, can operate a forklift, holds a valid driver’s license, and is physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds; we offer a safety-focused culture and strong benefits.