Pump Assembler - Trim & Tube - 1st Shift

** About Pierce, an Oshkosh company*
* ** At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal.

Today, you'll find more than*
* ** 30,000 Pierce apparatuses*
* ** on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.*
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* JOB SUMMARY:

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* The positions within Pump Assembler II are responsible for assembling various pump assembly parts. The team members are also in charge of pre-testing parts before the parts are moved onto the next pump assembly process. They are responsible for assembling moderately complex components. The team member must be able to read and understand blueprints and parts diagrams. They use hand and power tools to complete their tasks and must maintain a clean and safe working environment.

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* ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

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* + Ability to perform functions of Pump Assembler I

+ Perform fitting and final plumbing assembly

+ Perform hydrostatic leak tests and record results

+ Repair and troubleshoot any identified leaks

+ Perform finish plumbing to include wiring, fitting up of final exterior parts and mechanical linkages

+ Perform pressure tests and record results

+ Read and interpret blueprints/fluid path diagrams & 3D CAD models

+ Apply measurement practices for proper alignment and part attachment

+ Proficient utilizing pneumatic/power hand tools, ex. drilling, grinding, reciprocating saws

+ Custom fabrication and installation of finish pieces and bracketry, for example, sheering of material or notching

+ Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep and maintain a safe working environment

+ Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks, including logging off job tasks

+ Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.

+ Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting

+ Check and review check lists, work orders, and schedules

+ Assist co-workers with lifting parts

+ Recognize the differences in parts and tools

+ Sweep and clean shop area

+ Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record

+ Work overtime as needed

** MARGINAL WORK FUNCTIONS:*
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* These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors._

+ Perform small welding tasks for pipe and bracketry

+ Work with co-workers in the same area
* + Utilize a computer to view prints and work orders
* + Sort, inspect, and pick the correct parts for the assembly process
* + Pull and run cables, wires, and harnesses throughout the truck
* + Operate a forklift to transport truck parts to and from designated areas
* + May assist in training new employees

+ Move to other departments/areas to assist with an assembly project
* + Testing of parts and equipment

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* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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* + 2 or more years of relevant experience  
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* * High School Diploma or equivalent education.

+ Previous experience with basic hand tools

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* PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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* + Previous welding experience preferred

+ Preferred technical diploma or associate degree in automotive or demonstrated experience working with automotive, heavy machinery, or farm equipment

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Experience with in a manufacturing or operations environment

+ Previous experience as a Pierce team member

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Experience with basic computer skills

+ Basic understanding of plumbing functions and vocabulary

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