Utlity/Field Service Technician

About Company: ABOUT US Since 1919, we at Forbo Movement Systems have been the specialists for high-quality conveyor and processing belts, versatile plastic modular belts, homogeneous conveyor belts, efficient power transmission belts and precise timing and flat belts. Our innovative solutions for production, material flow and logistics contribute significantly to the competitiveness of our customers. In addition to our focus on quality and innovation, we consistently focus on sustainability. Through continuous improvements, we also support the sustainability efforts of our customers. As a Conveyor Belt Fabricator, you will receive ongoing training to, safely and effectively, fabricate, install and/or repair Forbo's lightweight conveyor belts, using a variety of hand tools and lightweight industrial equipment. Task & Responsibilities: The essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to the following: Shop (90%): - Measuring, slitting, cutting, marking, grinding, splicing, using hand tools and light industrial equipment to fabricate custom conveyor belting to orders specific needs. -Follow work instructions and processes of specific fabrication techniques -Inspect/quality check finished products to ensure product meets Forbo quality standards. -Perform Shipping and Receiving of belts and related products to ensure on time delivery as needed. - Effectively communicate and cooperate with superiors and peers to achieve company goals and objectives. -Use forklift for fabrication, shipping and receiving needs. Training provided. -Hours M-F with flexible daytime hours Field Service (5-10%): -Occasional installation and splicing of customers conveyor belt onsite, with the majority jobs not requiring but some including, potential overnight travel. Qualifications required for job: -Ability to independently and safely use and/or operate necessary tools and equipment (hand tools, presses, cutters, grinders, etc.) -Accurately read tape measure (imperial and metric preferred) -Mechanical background or hands-on/fabrication type related experience (preferred) -Available for occasional overnight travel and to work overtime, holidays, and/or odd hours upon request without prior notice -Must be able to independently perform occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs. -Must maintain a professional personal appearance and be able to communicate with customers -Must have valid driver's license and good driving record -Desire to learn -Basic computer skills -Basic math skills 7am-3pm

The technician is responsible for fabricating, installing, and repairing conveyor belts using various hand tools and industrial equipment in a shop setting. They also perform shipping and receiving duties and provide occasional onsite installation services at customer locations.

Candidates must have a mechanical background or hands-on fabrication experience and the ability to operate tools safely. A valid driver's license, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs are required.

• Forklift operationPreferred

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• Conveyor belt fabrication
• Hand tools
• Industrial equipment
• Splicing
• Measuring
• Slitting
• Cutting
• Grinding
• Forklift operation
• Quality control
• Shipping and receiving
• Mechanical aptitude
• Tape measure reading
• Basic math
• Basic computer skills
• Hand Tools
• Industrial Equipment
• Shipping And Receiving
• Tape Measure
• Good Driving Record
• Willingness To Learn
• Valid Driver's License
• Computer Literacy
• Field Service Management
• Forklift Truck
• General Mathematics
• Grinding Machine
• Innovation
• Material Flow Management
• Cutters

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• Logistics
• Field Service Technician
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• Maintenance and Repair Workers, General

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week