Laborer I - Field Service at Park Environmental Equipment LTD in Ferris, Texas

Job Description:

Get ready to grow with us!

Northwest Pipe Company is the nation’s leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products and with over 50 years of experience, we’re just getting started! Our business is growing, and we’re looking for great people to grow with us. We’re immediately seeking a Laborer - Field Services to join our Northwest Pipe team in Ferris, TX.

 

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D Insurance


• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time


• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match


• Bonus Potential (2x per year)


• Up to $2,500 per year Tuition Reimbursement


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Opportunities for Career Advancement


• Values-Driven Culture Committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety

 

Our Values:

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  Accountability is evident when we do what we say we are going to do and people accept responsibility for their actions. We do not point fingers and blame others. We own our actions.


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  Commitment is not only promising to do something, but actually investing in the necessary effort and actions to make it happen.


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  Teamwork is essential for competing in a challenging and constantly changing business environment. Working together across all job functions is critical to achieving our success.

 

ABOUT THE JOB: 

The Field Service Laborer is responsible for a variety of tasks including hands on repairs, replacements and installations of various parts.   

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Field Service Representative with hands-on repair and replacement/installation of Lift stations, Backflows and Break Tanks in the field.


• Remove old and install new pumps and valves as instructed while in the field


• Assist with testing to verify proper assembly procedures were followed during the repair, replacement or installation.


• Operation of hand tools and equipment


• Follows all safety and company policies / procedures and promotes a safe culture


• Complies with all OSHA safety requirements, work rules and regulations.


• Wear all required personal protective equipment.


• Maintain all required paperwork.


• Inspects, cleans and performs basic preventative maintenance on machines and equipment.


• Maintain housekeeping within all production, storage and waste areas.


• Follows all work instructions, procedures and job safety analysis (JSA’s).


• Identify and report any unsafe working conditions or equipment.


• Effectively communicate issues to management.


• Performs various general labor work including shoveling, clean up and removal of damaged product.


• Must posses a valid driver's license and in good standing. 


• Pass MVR requirements.


• Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position. 

 

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives OJT to apply various processes to perform a duty by machine and/or hand application


• May also cross train to learn how to apply and operate machines / equipment


• Inspect product before and after processes


• Reading of drawings


• Participate in inventory


• Other duties may be assigned as necessary

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Proficient in safety regulations and quality control related items.


• Must have sufficient visual acuity and clear speech to perform the essential functions of the job effectively.


• Regularly attend work and be punctual.


• Must be skilled in using both hand and power tools.


• Regularly lift at least 50 lbs.


• Bilingual in English and Spanish - Preferred 


• Operate overhead cranes for lowering rebar cages, placing and pouring concrete, and stripping products.


• Assist other trades within the plant as required.


• Assist with project work as directed by Department Manager


• Comply with all ParkUSA policies, procedures and guidelines


• Work professionally, cooperatively and politely in a team environment and with customers.


• Learn, organize and prioritize work, delegate tasks as necessary.


• Handle multiple tasks, work independently, recognize issues and solve problems.


• Use hands and fingers and have manual dexterity.


• Stand/bend/stretch/reach/kneel/crawl, etc.


• Stand for sustained periods of time.


• Climb ladders and have no fear of heights.


• Read a tape measure.

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Must be 18 yrs old or older


• Highschool Diploma, GED or equivalent


• General knowledge of manual labor


• Read and understand shop tickets, documents, (including piece tickets), drawings and follow instructions (whether presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form).


• Able to work with and apply mathematical concepts to practical situations.


• Must posses a valid driver's license and in good standing. 


• Pass MVR requirements.

 

Work Hours / Shift

• Work hours vary or change based on operational needs


• Must be able to work overtime as required.

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Our organization maintains a drug-free workplace. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successful passing of a drug test and background check. Northwest Pipe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Northwest Pipe Company reserves the right to close the position, with or without notice, if a qualified candidate is identified prior to the close date.

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