Job Description:
We are looking for an Installer/Service Technician for our Houston, TX - Tarps division who will be responsible for the installation, repair, maintenance, and assembly of electric and hydraulic tarp systems and related truck equipment.
This hands-on role requires the ability to read installation instructions, perform basic mechanical and electrical repairs, utilize fabrication and welding techniques when needed, and ensure all work is completed safely and to high-quality standards.
The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, comfortable working with tools and equipment, able to work at heights and lift heavy components, and committed to teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. Experience with hydraulic systems, truck equipment, or related industries is preferred but not required.
Hourly Rate: $24.00.
Responsibilities
- Reads and interprets installation instructions and repair orders
- Completes paperwork associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage and other materials
- Performs installation, repairs and maintenance on electric and hydraulic tarping systems. Typical repairs include, but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repair of electric and hydraulic tarping systems, simple electrical installation and repair, possible structural welding, repair and replacement of parts.
- Using supplied pick tickets and sales orders, picks and prepares parts and assemblies for shipping and/or installation.
- Using supplied Bill Of Materials lists, gathers specific parts from warehouse and assembles to make assemblies for shipping and/or installation.
- Can use & read a tape measure in 16ths of an inch.
- Follows all safety policies and procedures.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
- Performs other duties as directed by the Lead Installer or the Plant Manager.
- Ability to lift assemblies up to 100 lbs.
- Must have the Ability to work as a Team.
- Ability to work at heights of 12’-14’ while on scissor lift or ladder.
- Have the working knowledge to select proper tools and material(s) to perform the task safely and at the highest level of quality possible.
- Support tarp system installation through cutting, burning, drilling, bolting and welding various types of metals according to the product specifications.
- All material cuts must be de-burred and cleaned to the highest possible standards and all welds must display material melt flow and be 100% de-slagged and cleaned to an industry standard high-quality finish.
- As an individual and part of a team, strives to support continuous improvement across their personal tasks, the tasks of the department, as well as all facets of the business as a whole organization.
- Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment at all times and must wear all prescribed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing the assigned tasks and stop work immediately in the event of a non-conformance.
- Perform simple and routine maintenance to ensure that all equipment and tools remain safe and fully operational; in the event a piece of equipment is in an unsafe condition, the equipment should be immediately locked out and a supervisor notified.
Experience/ Qualifications
- Must “fluently” Speak, Read, and write English
- Equivalent of (1) high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Experience with Truck Equipment, Waste Equipment or related industry a plus
- Experience with Hydraulic Equipment installations and repairs a plus
- Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience not required yet helpful.
- Ability to read and interpret installation instructions and sales orders
- Willing to work overtime or perform contract work outside regular work hours if necessary
Company Benefits:
• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up
Medical Plans
• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
▪ Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Grandparent Leave
• Paid Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
About Wastequip
Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.
While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.
