Rapid Prep, a growing national company supporting the abrasive blasting industry, is hiring a Shop Technician/Mechanic in Suffolk, VA to maintain and service equipment in the shop and sometimes at local government facilities. The role is hands-on across diesel/power systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and shop equipment, with pay based on skill level and ability to learn.
- Growing national company
- Varied mechanical/electrical work
- Pay based on skill level
-Candidate must have good driving record and no criminal record. Technician will be required at times to service equipment in local government facilities. No applicant with a felony conviction will be considered due to the access requirement
-Experience with electrical systems and controls is not required but is preferred. Technician will be working with AC and DC powered componentry (120v-480v)
- Knowledge of diesel engines, ability to change oil, fuel filters, fuel lines and adjust PTO's., hydraulic systems is preferred
-Ability to operate forklifts and shop equipment is preferred
-Basic working knowledge of compressed air and pneumatic systems is preferred
-Basic welding skill is useful to position
-Basic working knowledge of power drive systems is desirable (Electric and Diesel)
-CDL license is of value to the position
-Capacity to wear a half mask 2 cartridge respirator and be fit tested for such, facial hair may need to be shaven for proper respirator use will be required at times
-Ability to lift up to 50lbs at times is required
Candidate will be compensated based on having a certain level of knowledge of the above criteria and/ or an ability to learn these skills from operations management. Above all else candidate must demonstrate a strong work ethic and willingness to learn the business.
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