Satellite Shelters, Inc. | Satellite Industries, Inc.

Installation Technician

Channahon, IL
Full Time
Satellite Shelters, Chicago
Entry Level
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Our Channahon, IL branch is currently looking for someone who is interested in making their career in the mobile modular Industry and CDL driving.  This role has great potential for the future as you train on all aspects of our Operations, but specifically the role of our Installation Specialists/CDL drivers.  CDL licensure may be sponsored for the right person who shows a strong work ethic, a desire to take on the role of the Installation Specialist and the ability to work on our trailers in multiple capacities.

Position Summary: The Installation Assistant will support the Installation Specialist in the installation and anchoring of modular buildings and mobile trailers at customer locations. When not assisting the Installation Specialist, the Installation Assistant will perform duties as a Yard Technician, ensuring the units are maintained according to company standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Installation:
  • Assist in the installation and anchoring of modular buildings and mobile trailers at customer locations.
  • Assist in the retrieval of modular buildings and mobile trailers from customer locations and return them to the yard.
  • Assist in installation of skirting, steps, and VAPs at customer locations.
  • Assist in safety protocols for CDL drivers.
  • Assist in ensuring trucks are properly loaded.
  • Operate hand and power tools safely.
  • Serve as a spotter for CDL driver on job sites.
  • Interface with customers at job sites.

Yard Technician Tasks:
  • Clean all units, including washing and waxing flooring.
  • Replace and install floor tile.
  • Replace and install windows and doors.
  • Replace and install exterior siding and other building components.
  • Paint all portions of units to specifications.
  • Remove and replace walls.
  • Remove and replace lighting, plumbing and electrical.
  • Perform light carpentry work/repair on customer job site.
  • Operate company toter as needed to maneuver trailers in yard.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Light carpentry and electrical experience.
  • Basic mechanical skills to work on trucks.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and skills.
  • Ability to operate company service vehicles.
  • Ability to pass DOT medical exam.

Physical/Mental Demands:
  • Ability to perform rigorous outside and indoor duties including walking, standing, climbing, stooping, squatting, bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching, sitting, lifting, grasping, pushing, pulling, manual dexterity, etc.
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
  • Good fine motor skills, coordination, range of motion, and grip strength.
  • Ability to work in all climate conditions.
  • Ability to be exposed to loud noise levels.
  • Ability to work in an environment containing dirt, grease, and dust.
  • Ability to work safely around heavy machinery and heavy equipment.
  • Ability to hold air impact tools up to 30lb.
  • Wears personnel protective equipment as required.
Work Environment and Safety: Employee will work in a variety of environments including garage, work yard, in-town driving, highway/freeway driving, construction site locations, etc. Must be able to perform tasks in all conditions including wet, humid, and dry. Will be working in outside weather conditions and will have exposure to common maintenance hazards. Must maintain a professional, responsible, and accountable attitude and perform tasks in a timely manner. Required ability to maintain a safe and healthy working environment taking responsibility for any necessary precautions to protect themselves, the company, other employees, and the vendors to avoid any injury and health hazard. Must immediately report all incidents to supervisors.
 

Compensation:
The pay range listed is the base pay range that Satellite Shelters, inc/Satellite Industries, Inc. reasonably expects to pay someone for this position (compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including but not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, location and end client requirements).

Benefits and Ancillaries:
Medical, dental, vision, PTO benefits and ancillaries may be available for eligible employees and vary based on the plan options selected by the employee.

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