Mobile Hose Testing Technician - LGG Industrial : Job Details

LGG INDUSTRIAL

LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve their operations and reduce their total cost of ownership. With locations across the United States and Canada, we aim to deliver consistent service and support across North America.

We desire to create an employee-centric place to work, a place where you can develop your skills and grow as a professional. We provide training and advancement opportunities to build a career and life-work integration to keep you at your best.

Our philosophy is that the success of our business is directly dependent upon the health and safety of our associates. We focus on maintaining a safe work environment and strive to achieve zero injuries through our safety-first culture. For more information, please visit www.lggindustrial.com

About This Opportunity

Role Profile

Position: Mobile Hose Testing Technician

Job Location: Baton Rouge/Remote

Job Type: Full-Time

Status: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Role

The Mobile Hose Testing Technician is part of the Mobile Hose Preventative Maintenance program and is responsible for a variety of tasks related to testing of hose related parts (both hydraulic and industrial hose). The function of the Mobile Hose Testing Team is to meet or exceed customer expectations and to achieve team results and company goals while meeting operating revenue, growth, and service Maintaining a safe working environment and good housekeeping conditions is always a key priority. Reports to the Mobile Hose Testing Supervisor/Hose Management Director.

Responsibilities

* Must maintain 100% commitment to safety policies and procedures.

* Performs all product testing to quality standards as required by the customer and per company work instructions.

* Good understanding of overall Quality process and documentation

* Operates mechanical equipment, hand tools and forklifts

* Makes recommendations to management with respect to product and process improvements

* Assists with physical inventory where needed

* Performs other related duties as required and/or necessary

Skills and Abilities

* Ability to work overtime hours and weekend work when required

* Ability to travel to out-of-town jobs/ overnight stays (80%)

* Possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact with customers, and team-members in a professional manner

* Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written

* Requires a proficiency in math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in units of measure. Additionally, must be able to perform calculations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

* Mechanically inclined; demonstrates and applies knowledge to maintenance and repair of industrial hose

* Basic computer skills including: MS Word, Excel, internet and email.

* Team player - able to work closely with cross-functional groups.

* Good hands-on working approach.

Minimum Qualifications

* 21 years of age or older

* A high school diploma or equivalent

* 1-2 years of hose testing and/ or hose knowledge experience in an industrial setting

* Reliable transportation is a must

* Ability to work overtime, as required

* Ability to work nights and weekends, as required

* Ability to travel up to 80%

* Ability to travel within assigned territory plus overnight travel

* Ability to pull, push, grasp, bend, lift and carry up to 50lbs independently on a repeated basis

* Ability to interact professionally with all employees and customers

* Must be able to work independently

* Ability to consistently move throughout the facility during the full workday

* Ability to comprehend work instruction and safety procedures, written or verbally

* Ability to count and measure accurately

* Ability to properly and safely use mechanical equipment and handtools

* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

* Mechanically inclined; demonstrates and applies knowledge to maintenance and repair of industrial hose

* A valid driver's license, and a clean driving record are required; able to pass DOT and TWIC certification

* High school diploma or equivalent required

* Background checks and drug screening may be required (by Company, Customer or DOT requirements in working on-site and operating equipment as required or permitted by law)

Total Rewards

* Competitive compensation plan with a bonus potential

* Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision, short term and long-term disability - available 1st of month following the date of hire

* 401k with company match

* Paid vacation, holidays and sick time

Equal Opportunity Employer

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetics, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Qualified Candidates Only. Although we appreciate your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We will be accepting applications for this role through December 30th.