Shop Technician

Shop Assistant

Purge Rite, the industry leader in high-quality mechanical flushing services, is rapidly expanding and seeking a dependable and safety-driven Shop Assistant to support our growing operations. Our teams service major commercial mechanical companies nationwide, with end-user clients that include Fortune 100 organizations in data centers, semiconductor manufacturing, EV battery production, healthcare, universities, and district energy sectors. This role is foundational to ensuring equipment readiness, inventory accuracy, and seamless support to field operations.

The Shop Assistant supports daily shop and warehouse activities, assists with equipment handling, and maintains a safe workplace. This position requires strong safety awareness, the ability to operate mobile equipment, and participation in logistics and inventory processes to support Purge Rite's field execution teams. Weekend work may be required based on operational demand.

Equipment & Mobile Machinery Operation

• Safely operate mobile equipment, including forklifts, skid steers, telehandlers, and yard trucks.
• Assist with loading and unloading equipment, ensuring proper securement and compliance with company standards.
• Support Shop leadership and technicians with equipment staging and preparation for field deployment.

Warehouse & Inventory Support

• Receive, organize, and store tools, hoses, fittings, pumps, materials, and consumables per standard procedures.
• Assist in inventory control activities – cycle counting, quality control, shipping and receiving.
• Prepare, pick, and assemble equipment orders for upcoming projects, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with maintaining shop cleanliness and organization.
• Support equipment movement throughout the yard and shop to ensure efficient workflow.

Safety & Compliance

• Demonstrate strong safety IQ by following all Purge Rite QHS&E policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, equipment inspections, and hazard identification processes.
• Ensure all mobile equipment is operated in a safe and controlled manner.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, behaviors, damaged equipment, or potential risks.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with Shop leadership and other parties involved to ensure operational readiness.
• Assist in additional shop duties as needed to maintain smooth day-to-day operations.

Requirements

• Ability to operate mobile equipment (forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers, etc.).
• 1-3 years of warehouse and inventory handling experience in an industrial or mechanical environment.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends when required by operational demand.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs+ and work in varying outdoor/shop conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess a valid CDL (Class A or
  
  B) for internal movements or operational support.
• Inventory cycle-counting experience with strong attention to detail.
• Experience in mechanical, industrial, or construction environments.
• OSHA 10/30 or other safety certifications.
• Experience with inventory management systems or ERP tools.
• Basic mechanical aptitude or equipment familiarity.

Purge Rite is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.