Today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that sets the standard of excellence in design, manufacturing and service - and that's why we're the ideal place for you to grow your career. Founded in 1929, Altec is a privately held company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.
Altec specializes in the manufacture, sale and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes and specialty equipment for the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, construction, and light and signs markets. We help our customers dig deeper and reach higher in more than 100 countries around the world. Responsibilities PURPOSE OF POSITION: Set up, operate and tend machines in order to coat/paint
components, trucks and bodies. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES): • Use and conduct proper care of PPE • Operate the painting system • Change solvent and paint drums • Fill hardener and paint drums • Check paint viscosity during shift and adjust as necessary • Perform paint booth housekeeping and filter maintenance • Perform quality checks • Maintain proper care of guns for minimum painting downtime • Spray paint truck bodies and components using handheld spray gun • Ensure proper surface preparation prior to painting • Apply paint to obtain consistent dry film thickness • Ensure paint application meets the paint standard • Load and unload parts/components to be painted • Utilizes
proper safety techniques with paint system applications • Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures and practices • Maintain work area and shop tools/equipment • Maintain daily time records • Other job duties as assigned.
Group Leader Duties Include: o Train associates o Assigns work o Assists in maintaining the operation of the line via: o Inspects each job before passing to the down line customer. o Fill in for absent associates, as needed. o Communicate with design engineers on quality or fit and function issues as they arise. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED: • High School Diploma/GED required. • Ability to read, write, and comprehend required.
• Basic computer usage knowledge required. • Proficiency in spraying with paint guns required, electrostatic preferred. • Knowledge of automotive painting preferred. • Vocational Training in lieu of experience will be considered. CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING WORK ENVIRONMENT Varies at each location, but could be extreme hot or cold, depending upon weather conditions. Job tasks may be inside or outside. Electrical hazards, elevated surfaces, moving objects, chemical or dust, mechanical hazards, vibrations and noise Work will be performed in an enclosed booth/room.
Weld smoke and fumes may exist EQUIPMENT/TOOLS • Computer • Basic Hand Tools (wrenches, sockets, hammers, pliers, etc. ) • Inspection tools • Knife / Razors • Ladders • Manual/pneumatic impact tools • Overhead crane • Pressure Gauges • Spray Gun • Tape Measurers • Varies by location and/or job CHEMICALS • Acetone • Aerosol Sprays • Caulking • Fiberglass • Glues • Hydraulic oil • Lubricants • Martex • Multi-Purpose Cleaners • Paint • Paint Hardener • Paint Sealer • Resins • To be disposed of hazardous waste • Varies by location and/or job PPE • Earplugs • Harnesses as required • Safety Glasses / Goggles / Face Shields • Steel Toe Boots(Metatarsals may be required) • Respirator and full body suit • Protective Clothing OTHER POSITION SPECIFICATIONS (NON-ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES): • Keep a clean work area (5S) • Assist co-workers as needed • Participate in RCI events • May be required to operate vehicles • Knowledge of Altec programs and/or systems • Shift work may be required.
• Perform all other duties as required / assigned. Benefits Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Program Retirement 401(k) Traditional or Roth Program Options with Company Match Vacation and Holidays Parental Leave Short Term and Long Term Disability Leave Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Assistance Program Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Supplemental Insurance including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance Additional Wellness Programs and Rewards Available EEO Statement Altec Industries, Inc.
and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.
