On-Site Hose Service Technician

Midwest Hose & Specialty•Jacksonville, FL

6d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Midwest Hose is seeking a skilled and self-motivated Mobile Service Technician to join our team. This role involves operating a fully equipped mobile hose shop, providing on-site hose assembly and repair services directly at customer locations. Ideal candidates will have prior mechanical experience, especially with hydraulics or heavy/industrial equipment. This position offers competitive pay with commission opportunities, a cell phone allowance, flexible schedule, and full benefits.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent reading and writing skills
Good computer skills (typing, data input, internet navigation, etc.)
Must be able to read English from printed list or hand-held monitor
Prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting – 100% daily (subject to change daily)
Must be able to pass an MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) check
Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. in adherence with Midwest Hose Safety Standards
Must be able to meet the physical demands typical in a warehouse environment including but not limited to grasping and fine manipulations with hands, reaching, squatting, climbing, activities working around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to light dust and fumes.
Commitment to work additional hours as needed to complete orders received daily
High School diploma or GED (required)
Valid Driver’s License (required)
Prior Heavy Equipment / Industrial Equipment maintenance experience (required)

Nice To Haves

Prior hose assembly experience (highly preferred but not required)
Additional power equipment experience (preferred but not required)

Responsibilities

Perform hose assembly process at customer locations
Build or repair hoses on-site in the mobile shop van
Install or reinstall repaired or new hose on equipment
Prepare work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, and parts lists; gather parts, subassemblies, and materials
Select and use proper tools and equipment for each task such as saws, crimpers, tape measures and calipers
Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies
Identify and select proper parts to assemble a wide variety of hoses
Remove faulty hoses from machinery/equipment
Document actions by completing production and quality forms
Coil hose as required to prepare for delivery to customer
When not in the field or on call, build and call on prospect list for new clientele
On-call availability as needed
Maintain a safe, clean, and professional work environment
Perform other proprietary duties as assigned