Service Technician - Military Veterans
at Wabtec
It's not just about your career or job title... It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
Company Job Title: Service Technician
Location: Berwick, PA
Department: Manufacturing
Reports To: Manufacturing Manager
FLSA Status: Full time Non-Exempt
Summary:
- Candidate must assemble and install materials according to company or customer drawings and specifications to ship to their desired location.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assemble components by utilizing hand and power tools.
- Inspects components and completes assemblies for conformity. Follows all component handling procedures.
- Exhibit safe work habits adhering to all PPE and OSHA requirements for assigned area.
- Must report to work at scheduled time every day
- Be in your work area and prepared to begin work at the start of your shift
- Must maintain housekeeping in your work area and throughout the building.
- Must be able to package product to ensure it will arrive to customer in acceptable condition.
- Be sure all tools and equipment are returned at the end of your shift to maintain a clean and safe working environment for all.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.)
- Experience with shipping, receiving, and warehouse components are helpful but not required.
- High School graduate, or general education degree preferred. Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and follow work instructions.
- Ability to assemble product in accordance with customer or company drawings and specifications.
- Ability to use torque wrench, calipers, and other miscellaneous measuring equipment.
- Communication skills
- Prior automotive experience required.
- Computer skills helpful but not required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must have ability to utilize Manufacturing System to scan time card and labor tickets and research availability of materials needed.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Mechanically inclined and have the ability to use hand and power tools to assemble product
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain a clean work environment
- Ability to work overtime as required
- Ability to become forklift certified
- Ability to utilize overhead crane to assist with moving parts.
- Ability to diagnose and service equipment in non-working condition.
Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
- Employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
- Employee is regularly required to stand, lift, stoop, and walk for 5 hours at a time, without breaks.
- Employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Employee must have the ability to work with their hands to lift and assemble product.
- Employee is regularly required to walk for up to 8 hours a day.
- Employee is regularly required to wear a safety shoes and safety glasses at all times. Must have the ability to wear hearing protection when in production areas that require it.
- Employee is required to be on site during scheduled shift to perform daily duties and responsibilities.
- Requires daily face-to-face interaction with co-workers on production floor.
Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.)
- The employee will normally work on the production floor and may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. May occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, and loud noise.
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com
Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles... People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Berwick, PA
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it's freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations.
Who We Are Looking For
As one of the largest suppliers in the rail industry, Wabtec keeps the global economy moving, helping our customers here and around the world transport people, goods, and services. And military personnel are a big part of our success story.
Did you know one in five employees in the North American rail industry come from the military? At Wabtec, we have a long history of working closely with veterans and transitioning them into successful employees and leaders. At Wabtec, you will experience a familiar unity in how we work as a team, the values we share, and the way we serve our customers.
Wabtec is actively seeking transitioning military service members, military veterans, and military spouses across the globe. We value the skills you have developed and the service you have provided our country. We also understand the value you will bring to our organization. Join us.
Should I Apply?
Wabtec is a mission-focused team, a family coming together to revolutionize the way the world moves. We understand our customers and are committed to delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions. Our collaboration, passion, operational rigor, and long track record of delivering innovative solutions to the transportation industry sets our company apart.
Does this sound like your next mission? At Wabtec, you will find a competitive salary package, great benefits, and a robust training program with development opportunities worldwide. Over the years we have supported all of our active-duty military employees while still serving in the reserves. Our values emphasize people first, embracing diversity, and a focus on safety and innovation.
Come grow your career with a winning company with a great culture, a place where you can feel supported by other military employees and thrive.