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Lift Operator (Forklift)

Sonepar USA

Lift Operator (Forklift)

Corpus Christi, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    • The primary purpose and objective for Maintenance and Repair Technician II - Life Safety Services is to Install and/or Inspect, Test and Maintain (ITM) Life Safety Systems and equipment for established customers on a scheduled basis.

     

     

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  (Include the following.  Other duties may be assigned)

    • Conducting service calls.
    • Systems testing and inspections to the prescribed standards .
    • Performing on-site emergency troubleshooting and maintaining of customer’s Life Safety systems.
    • Identifying code issues and discrepancies.
    • Preparing accurate, timely Technician worksheets (TWS) and reports.
    • Installing Life Safety systems.
    • Responsible for providing the testing and repair documentation and ensuring it is filled out accurately, completely and turned in for proper invoicing.
    • Responsible for ensuring the customer has all required copies of all required documentation upon servicing equipment.
    • Assist in shipping and receiving, unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders & distributing to sales associates for processing.
    • May include the use of company provided assets such as but not limited to: Company Vehicle, Inventory, Safety Equipment, Laptop, LSI Scanner, Test Equipment, Tools, Radio, Cell Phone, Fuel Card and/or Credit Card.
    • Associates are required to maintain proper care of all assets as defined by HNA policies
    • Providing customer service in the area of installation and/or ITM of Life Safety Systems. Including, but not limited to: Fire Extinguishers, Fire Alarm and Detection Systems, Gas Detection Systems, Foam Systems, Dry Chemical Systems, Clean Agent Systems, Special Hazard Systems and Water Based Systems.
    • Basic knowledge of regulatory standards pertaining to assigned duties; i.e., State, OSHA, and NFPA regulations, etc.
    • Exhibit safe work practices at all times.

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:

           EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

    • High School or GED and 2-5 Years relative experience
    • Fire Extinguisher and State Fire Alarm Licenses 
    • RME-I (if applicable)
    • Mechanically inclined
    • Strong communication skills

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • 3 - 5 yrs WBS Construction experience.
    • Experience in the installation and/or maintenance, repair and service of life safety systems and equipment.
    • Ability to repair and service equipment.
    • Maintain minimum productivity of 90% within 60 days.
    • Advanced Industry segment knowledge.
    • Current Motor Vehicle License with good driving record.
    • Commercial Drivers License required if carrying loads of hazardous materials.
    • Proficient with hand tools.
    • Able to complete repairs and maintenance of equipment in a timely and accurate manner.
    • Able to provide assistance, advise and training to Hagemeyer North America associates and plant personnel.
    • Assist warehouse personnel with order fulfillment if needed.
    • Keep all certifications and licenses current and renewed by completing continuing education as required.
    • Must pass Drug & Alcohol screen, Physical exam, and background check.
    • Ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process and quality instructions).

     

    WORK ENVIRONMENT (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.):

    • Working conditions will vary with service work being performed indoors and also out in the field.
    • Possibility of working in hazardous environments when working within a plant which would require safety precautions and appropriate equipment.
    • Ability to work in climatic weather (cold/heat) during day or night operations.
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
    • Occasional lifting of items weighting a maximum of 55 pounds.
    • Ability to climb stairwells up to 15 levels high.
    • Ability to ascend and descend ladders (step, extension, cage) up to 24’ high.
    • Able to walk at a normal pace for up to 15 continuous minutes.
    • Able to work from a standing position for 8-10 hours.
    • Bending, climbing and stooping as needed for access of equipment to repair and service.
    • Pass all test requirements to be approved to work off shore. (If Applicable)

     

    ENHANCE YOUR CAREER BY JOINING AN AMAZING TEAM AT VALLEN

    Working at Vallen, it’s not only a place you go to work but a place to feel connected and part of a team. We offer employee resource groups for allyship, education, networking, professional growth, engagement, and much more. At Vallen, we also encourage community engagement through our Vallen Cares outreach initiative. Through this program, our employees get together for volunteer efforts, charitable giving, team-building activities, and sustainability programs.

    We strive to uphold our mission of passionately serving our customers and suppliers with responsiveness, expertise, and empathy while striving to continuously learn and improve performance all while staying connected with one another

    Vallen is an industry leader in delivering flexible supply chain solutions and services along with a comprehensive range of maintenance, repair, operating, production, safety and electrical products to meet the growing supply needs of customers in facilities across North America and Europe. For more information, visit vallen.com. 

    WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

    401K Plan, Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, and a Career Path Opportunities.

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    EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETERAN

    Required Skills Required Experience

  • Qualifications

    COMPETENCY STATEMENT(S)

    • Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures
    • Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor towards others
    • Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace
    • Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal
    • Ethical - Ability to demonstrate, conduct and conform to a set of values and accepted standards
    • Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word
    • Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely 
    • Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous
    • Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation
    • Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
    • Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures
    • Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety
    • Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative 
    • Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines
    • Tolerance - Ability to work successfully with a variety of people without making judgements
    • Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations