Truck Hoist Installer: Weld, Electric & Hydraulics

Wastequip WRX; Indiana; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Wastequip is seeking a Hoist Installer to mount hoists to truck chassis, performing welding, torch work, grinding, and tool operation. The role involves reading prints, layout, and testing to ensure proper fit and function.

The position typically requires 1–3 months of related experience, basic math skills, and knowledge of electric, hydraulics, and pneumatics. EHS safety training is required, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-3 months of related experience and/or training preferred.
• Basic math, tape measure reading, fractions and decimals.
• Knowledge of electric, hydraulics and pneumatics preferred.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Review the truck chassis with the model of hoist to be mounted and plan out necessary installation steps.
• Perform MIG weld along vertical & horizontal weld lines and inspect bead size and specifications; torch setup & use; grind excess weld.
• Operate drill press, band saw, parts washer, and overhead hoist as part of the installation.
• Install basic electric and hydraulics (installing PTOs and hydraulic pumps).
• Able to pass the EHS Safety Training.

Job description

Wastequip is seeking a Hoist Installer to mount hoists to truck chassis, performing welding, torch work, grinding, and tool operation. The role involves reading prints, layout, and testing to ensure proper fit and function.

The position typically requires 1–3 months of related experience, basic math skills, and knowledge of electric, hydraulics, and pneumatics. EHS safety training is required, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.