Hose Build Tech Specialist

Carolina CAT - Construction•Gastonia, NC

42d

About The Position

The primary function of this position is to disassemble and assemble hydraulic and air hoses for all types of equipment. This includes all makes and models of construction equipment, cranes, mobile equipment, fork trucks, tractors, farm equipment, etc.

Requirements

Must have HS Diploma or GED
Must have a mechanical aptitude and minimum 1-year experience in hydraulic hose building and/or completed Carolina CAT Hose Build Tec 1 career development program
Must have completed the CAT virtual hose build training course
Must read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to this job
Must meet the ergonomic and physical requirements
Must be able to properly use the equipment and tools to perform this job
Must have a customer first attitude
DPS, SAP, SIS 2.0, Internet, Email, Word, and Excel
Valid Forklift Licenses
Ability to read and interpret documents such as parts orders, hose build reports, operating and maintenance instructions, and parts manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as measurements, discounts, circumference, and angles.
Ability to perform all essential duties and responsibilities. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and documents furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Responsibilities

At the start of shift, check work area, equipment, and tooling for any safety concerns
Greet, support, and thank all customers for their business
Prioritize hose builds and complete all in-process builds from prior day by 7:00 AM
Use reusability guidelines when disassembling and assembling rebuildable hoses
Use hose and fitting books and SIS 2.0 to look up piece parts for hose builds
Utilize hose build reports to build hose assemblies
Follow all contamination control processes and procedures when assembling hose builds
Communicate piece part backorders and availability to internal and external customers
Charge out utilized piece parts and supplies daily
Other duties as assigned.