Shop Assistant

Shop Assistant

Jasper Engineering & Equipment Company is one of the nation’s leading manufacturer’s representatives and value-added distributors providing pumping systems, conveyance equipment, instrumentation, analytical devices, industrial heating and other technologies to a variety of industries and infrastructure customers.

We seek to provide a professional environment that both challenges and supports our team through collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit. We strive to be the employer of choice within our industry, to provide the best service experience for our customers and to be the most preferred partner for our vendors/principals.

Within our team, Jasper values customer orientation, a winning spirit, diversity & inclusion, collaboration, determination and a desire to have fun while delivering value for the stakeholders of the business.

Reports to: Shop Manager

As a Shop Assistant with Jasper Engineering, your mission is to contribute to the overall success, efficiency and effectiveness of our Shop and Warehouse departments by playing the critical role of a utility player. You will be expected to anticipate the needs of the different departments and take lead in completing several critical tasks. It is imperative that you gain an understanding of how each department operates in an effort to help identify potential gaps that your specific skillset can fill.

Primary Responsibilities:

Linatex Rubber Department

• Burning rubber out of shells, pipes and other equipment as needed
• Support the prep and installation of rubber for large balling drum jobs
• Sand blasting of pipes, pumps, shells, etc

Shop Maintenance

• Cleaning, maintenance and upkeep of shop bathrooms, floors and general facility cleanliness
• Pallet organization for job prep
• Lubrication tank cleaning and pumping support
• Organization of warehouse parts as directed
• Other duties as directed.

Facility / Property Maintenance

• Lawn mowing/shoveling
• Jasper Sign upkeep and beautification
• Driveway repair
• Dump runs for pallets and garbage
• Shop Truck maintenance
• Office updates-painting, general cleaning, etc...

Other tasks and duties as directed include but are not limited to the following:

• Equipment Delivery on request
• Keep/Fill assistance with chain business
• Lube tank filling, draining, cleaning
• Delivery truck loading/unloading
• Gear cleans
• Truck bed equipment installs

Leadership & Professionalism:

• Communicate effectively both in person and in writing
• Be sensitive to the needs of the organization and responsive to requests from within and outside of the organization
• Exhibit the utmost integrity in your work and personal life. Reflect positively on Jasper as a member of the communities in which we operate (both publicly and as a private citizen)

Team

• Work as part of a team, supporting other departments and being responsive to requests as needed
• Assist the development of those around you
• Support your teammates and Jasper's partners through your actions and communications

Process improvement mindset:

• Constantly strive for ways to improve Jasper in terms effectiveness, efficiency and overall retention and attraction of key personnel

Ongoing development:

• Constantly seek to develop and grow as an individual and a member of the Jasper team, always being open to feedback and opportunities to improve as a professional and providing appropriate feedback & assistance in developing others

Requirements / Experience:

• 2 yr Technical degree, GED or equivalent experience in a similar position
• Highly detailed and task oriented
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively, content with repetitive work
• Positive attitude, takes pride and ownership
• Mechanically inclined (experience with changing mower blades, running a forklift, lighting a torch, etc...)
• Able to lift 50 lbs without assistance
• MSHA desired or willing to complete
• Team focused

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Ability to Relocate:

• Hibbing, MN 55746: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person