Belt Shop Fabricator - Belt Shop Technician Ft. Wayne

Belt Shop Fabricator – Belt Technician

Belt Power LLC is a full-service distributor and fabricator specializing in the fulfillment of conveyor system requirements, hydraulic and industrial hose components for the manufacturing and material handling industry. We place an emphasis on providing quality, value added solutions for our customers. Our product line ranges from conveyor belts, equipment, components and belting accessories to hydraulic, industrial hose, and rubber gasket products.

Job Summary:

As a Belt Technician at Belt Power, LLC., you will perform a variety of duties to customize heavy duty belts and rubber components to the customer specification either in-house or at a customer site.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Build / repair belts and conveyor belt components
• Install and vulcanize lightweight and heavyweight conveyor belting.
• Receive and verify incoming parts, materials, and supplies; maintain stock area, follows sales orders.
• Attention to detail.
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition.
• Pick up and deliver orders, stock, and supplies.
• Perform duties to fabricate, install and repair conveyor belting and systems.
• Work in a manner that ensures the safety of everyone involved. Exercise proper care in the use of tools and equipment
• Detect and report defective equipment, material and any improper operations or unusual conditions.
• Observe all prescribed safety rules and regulations; maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition.
• Always represent Belt Power in a professional manner
• Required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
• Other duties as assigned.

Belt Shop Fabricator - Belt Technician Requirements:

• Organization and prioritization skills; attention to detail
• Strong mechanical background
• The ability to interpret and verify precise measurements using a tape measure.
• Basic math skills and computer skills
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Adapt to changing situations
• Strong communication skills written and verbal
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, as well as ability to work at heights and tight spaces
• Overtime hours and weekend work may be required
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
• High school diploma or equivalent education

Desired characteristics:

• Ability and desire to quickly learn new processes and systems
• Maintenance, belt tech experience preferred

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in a fabrication shop environment. The noise level is moderately loud. Generally well-ventilated and well lit. Shop employees may be required to wear protective clothing. Operation of heavy equipment and strict safety regulations are required

Job Requirements:

• Work is physically strenuous, and workers are required to lift heavy packages up to 75-100 pounds
• Work may require excessive bending or stooping
• Overtime and weekend work may be required
• May involve travel
• Employee required to sit and drive a vehicle to perform the job
• Employee required to climb ladders
• Employee required to use hand tools
• Employee uses heavy machinery (e.g., forklift)
• Employee required to organize and coordinate schedules
• Employee required to calibrate precise measurements
• Employee required to problem solve

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability / Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off

Hourly Range:

$18.00 to $20.00 an hour