Hose Assembly & Installation Technician

PIRTEK North Charleston

Hose Assembly & Installation Technician

North Charleston, SC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Bonus based on performance

    Company car

    Free uniforms

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Job Description

    If you have real-world mechanical experience (auto and/or diesel), are looking for a more stable career, but where no two jobs are the same, with a growing, locally-owned company that will treat you with respect and where your hard work, quality workmanship and loyalty are both appreciated and rewarded, we want to hear from you!

    PIRTEK, the nation’s leading provider for on-site hydraulic and industrial hose assembly and replacement, is hiring for a Hose Assembly & Installation Technician to service, assemble, and install hydraulic and industrial hoses for a diverse customer base in the Charleston, SC area.

    We are looking for a highly driven, self-sufficient individual with excellent communication and customer service skills that knows their way around gas and/or diesel machines to join our growing PIRTEK North Charleston Team. Our most successful Technicians are:

    Natural problem solvers

    Mechanically inclined with practical, hands-on experience

    Enjoy working with their hands & helping people, and

    Have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and take pride in their work

    Hydraulic and industrial hose experience is NOT required! Complete training on industry knowledge, PIRTEK processes and safety standards is provided.

    This is a messy job that requires manual labor and rotating on-call hours (on-call with incentive pay), so dedication and grit are essential – but if you have the desired skillset and are looking for an opportunity to earn more and advance in the company as you contribute to its growth, you may be the ideal candidate to join the PIRTEK North Charleston Team!

    Responsibilities

    Operate with integrity and take pride in doing quality work

    Carry out service calls & visits to businesses in your local area

    Identify faulty hoses and/or hose assemblies to service the customers’ needs

    Remove worn or broken hoses before fabricating and installing the new replacement

    Input service details into a tablet to create accurate invoices

    Develop close relationships with new and existing customers

    Maintain mobile service unit, tools, and equipment

    Participate in the rotating On-Call schedule (with extra incentive pay)

    Perform other related duties as assigned

    Skills & Abilities Needed

    Mechanical aptitude – consistent use of hand tools & specialized equipment is required

    Can safely & lawfully drive a large work van

    Good communication skills (verbal and written)

    Self-motivated & positive attitude through difficult jobs

    Able to work independently and as part of a team

    Sit, stand, kneel, bend, and/or stoop from moderate to extended periods

    Climb on and/or crawl underneath machines

    Safely use ladders, step-ups, stairs, etc.

    Lift up to 50 pounds

    Some heavy equipment operating experience is not required but is a plus

    Qualifications

    High School diploma or GED

    Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

    Ability to pass a background check & drug screening

    Experience in industrial development & construction, automotive / marine / field mechanics or a related industry is a plus

    Benefits

    Competitive compensation (increases with relevant experience)

    On-call incentive pay

    Bonus opportunities for hitting monthly performance goals

    Loyalty bonuses at 6, 12 and 18 months

    Profit sharing & 401K

    Certified training program & 24/7 technical support hotline

    Company vehicle, phone and uniforms

    Paid time off & holidays

    Career advancement & promotions from within

    About PIRTEK USA

    PIRTEK is proud to be the nation’s leading provider for on-site hydraulic and industrial hose assembly and replacement. PIRTEK operates brick-and-mortar service centers and purpose-built mobile service units, which boast a 1-hour ETA for on-site emergency hose services, available 24/7/365, setting us above the competition. Come join our growing team and keep your community operating!

    This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to PIRTEK Corporate.