Job Description

Purpose:

Under general supervision, uses build sheets to assemble components for build-to-sales order configurations and performs a wide variety of related mechanical assembly duties on prototype units.

Essential Job Functions:

• Obtain work instructions from the Build Book program on the computer to assemble all required parts in preparation for beginning of scheduled assembly project                  
• Follow engineering drawings, bills of materials and request parts from the Parts Department as required                        
• Lay out truck details per engineering prints on a job-by-job basis                                       
• Perform final assembly of all units, including hoods, electric, lights, stickers to customers specifications
• Connect hydraulic lines and fills such with oil in preparation for required testing                
• Prepare trucks for sub-frame assembly by disassembling, measuring, repositioning parts, installing parts and re-assemble unit by following procedures
• Test the assembled parts or products to ensure they are functioning properly and are of good quality
• Comply with workplace health and safety policies, safe work practices and procedures
• Maintain tools and the workspace in good condition 
• May perform reasonably similar or related duties as assigned 

Requirements:

Physical Demands:

• Perform repetitive work while moving around, under, and over equipment while on the production floor 95% of the time 
• Perform work outdoors in all-weather 5% of the time

Education/Skills/Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent, required
• Formal training beyond high school (certification or associate’s degree in auto repair), preferred
• Minimum 3 years of mechanical experience
• Previous experience with heavy mechanical equipment, preferred
• Familiarity with and understanding of hydraulic, electrical, gas and diesel systems
• Excellent problem solving and trouble shooting skills 
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to read blueprints, hydraulic and electrical schematics
• Familiarity with computers to look up work instructions, track labor and other tasks as needed