Vulcanizing Operator Trainee

Company: Asgco Manufacturing
Location: Hinton
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Job Description:

Location: Beckley, WV
Experience: Mid Level, Junior Level, Entry Level, Senior Level
Job Type: Full TimeASGCO Manufacturing, Inc., a manufacturer and turn-key service provider of bulk material handling equipment, including; conveyor systems, conveyor components, screens and wear parts to the aggregate, cement, recycling and other bulk material handling industries has an opening for Field Service / Conveyor Belt Technician.


We are looking for

Field Service Vulcanizer

to install, service and repair conveyor belts and components and who has experience on Industrial jobsites, including: Aggregate, Asphalt, Ready-mix, Quarries and or other types of Industrial / Manufacturing plants. We provide in-house training programs for advancement. Any construction or millwright type jobs including steel fabrication, welding, millwright, conveyor belt splicing, vulcanizing, proper rigging techniques and any conveyor experience is a plus.



SIGN-ON BONUS




Job Duties and Responsibilities:




Install new conveyor belt


Change out existing conveyor belt


Repair or splicing of conveyor belt


Knowledge of pulley lagging; changing of pulleys


Maintenance or changing of mechanical systems that transfer conveyor belt


Follows instructions under the leadership of the Crew Lead to ensure all aspects of the job are covered to avoid any time-consuming delays as well as hazard and/or task training that may be required before the task begins


Ensures equipment is maintained in proper working order to avoid injury and work areas are kept clean/free of hazards which may endanger the health/safety of any employee


Performs work according to instructions from Crew Lead to ensure quality and satisfaction is achieved.


Must possess basic belt maintenance and or conveyor belt vulcanizing knowledge


Applicants must have a fundamental understanding of conveyance systems and have the ability to safely perform tasks such as installing mechanical splices.




Experience




One to three (1-3) years of conveyor belt experience, preferred


Up to two (2) years of mining experience, preferred


Familiarity with all hot vulcanized splicing techniques and previous pulley lagging experience are preferred




Requirements




High School Diploma or GED, preferred


Reliable transportation


Regular and punctual attendance


Ability to travel


Effective communication is required


Must be able to work safely and effectively as part of a team or independently


Job duties will be performed underground and on surface, those interested must be able to obtain all applicable Federal and State underground and surface certifications; successfully complete industry approved training courses.


Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in different units of measurement (whole numbers, common fractions and decimals)


Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to read and interpret metal rule


Must be able to successfully pass a post offer drug test and background check


Must be able to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed or as schedule requires




Opportunities:




Weekly Pay


Sign- on Bonus


Over- time (any shift over 8 hours* and all Saturday shifts)


Double- time (all Sunday shifts)


Travel time, hotel, and food* paid for


Training Programs (ASGCO Conveyor Technician Program)


Paid Time Off


Medical, Dental & Vision


401k & profit sharing


Tenured & supportive staff / leadership team, amazing benefits, continual training & growth opportunities!

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