Hose Assembly & Installation Technician

PIRTEK North Charleston•North Charleston, SC

12h•$21 - $31

About The Position

PIRTEK, the nation’s leading provider for on-site hydraulic and industrial hose assembly and replacement, is hiring for a Hose Assembly & Installation Technician to service, assemble, and install hydraulic and industrial hoses for a diverse customer base in the Charleston, SC area. We are looking for a highly driven, self-sufficient individual with real-world mechanical experience and excellent communication and customer service skills to join our growing PIRTEK North Charleston Team. Our most successful Technicians are: Natural problem solvers Mechanically inclined with practical, hands-on experience Enjoy working with their hands & helping people, and Have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and take pride in their work Hydraulic and industrial hose experience is NOT required! Complete training on industry knowledge, PIRTEK processes and safety standards is provided. This is a messy job that requires manual labor and rotating on-call hours (on-call with incentive pay), so dedication and grit are essential – but if you are interested in a stable career with a growing, locally-owned company, where hard work, quality workmanship and loyalty are both appreciated and rewarded, we want to hear from you! About PIRTEK USA PIRTEK is proud to be the nation’s leading provider for on-site hydraulic and industrial hose assembly and replacement. PIRTEK operates brick-and-mortar service centers and purpose-built mobile service units, which boast a 1-hour ETA for on-site emergency hose services, available 24/7/365, setting us above the competition. Come join our growing team and keep your community operating! Be part of one of the fastest-growing franchises in the U.S. while keeping America's essential industries operating. PIRTEK is committed to providing world-class service while helping others in the organization succeed. We embrace change and innovation, and strive to be giving participants in the communities we serve. Above all, PIRTEK values integrity as we hold ourselves fully and personally accountable in all our dealings. We provide our customers with the fastest hydraulic and industrial hose maintenance and replacement services through on-site mobile and retail PIRTEK Service & Supply centers throughout the United States. Whether you're just starting or looking to advance your career, you'll find a supportive culture with teams characterized by honesty and integrity. As a Mobile Sales and Service Technician, you will be helping a small business owner grow their local business and enjoy a career where no two days are the same. You will also be provided a company vehicle to use while commuting to and from work. PIRTEK franchises are locally owned and operated by people interested in your success. Many Mobile Sales and Service Technicians go on to become Operation Managers, Business Managers, and even Franchise Owners themselves. This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to PIRTEK Corporate.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude – consistent use of hand tools & specialized equipment is required
Can safely & lawfully drive a large work van
Good communication skills (verbal and written)
Self-motivated & positive attitude through difficult jobs
Able to work independently and as a team
Sit, stand, kneel, bend, and/or stoop from moderate to extended periods
Safely use ladders, step-ups, stairs, etc.
Lift up to 50 pounds
High School diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Ability to pass a background check & drug screening

Nice To Haves

Some heavy equipment operating experience is a plus
Experience in industrial development & construction, automotive / marine / field mechanics or a related industry is a plus

Responsibilities

Operate with integrity and take pride in doing quality work
Carry out service calls & visits to businesses in your local area
Identify faulty hoses and/or hose assemblies to service the customers’ needs
Remove worn or broken hoses before fabricating and installing the new replacement
Input service details into a tablet to create accurate invoices
Develop close relationships with new and existing customers
Maintain mobile service unit, tools, and equipment
Participate in the rotating On-Call schedule (with increased incentive pay)
Perform other related duties as assigned