Skilled Trades - E-Coat Technician (Gastonia)

Inside the Role

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

This position offers:

Starting at Top Pay of $42.37/hr
Additional 7.5% hourly shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shift

Benefits includes: Relocation Assistance, Pension Retirement Program, Paid Holiday, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K+ Matching, Life Insurance, Tuition Assistance, Quarterly Attendance Bonus, Wellness Benefit - Premise Health (Employees/Dependents Only)

• Daily duties are to check, sample, test, record information and adjust the chemical baths on the parts wash line, E-Coat line, Powdercoat, and Waste Water pre-treatment system
• Work with paints, solvents, and chemicals be physically able to move and/or lift drums and other chemical containers
• Ensure hazardous waste sludge is managed and handled in a compliant manner.
• Responsibilities to read and follow a highly detailed set of instructions in taking samples and performing chemical and analysis
• Adjust chemical baths as needed per instructions both written and oral
• Record test information into a book or input into a computer
• Troubleshoot and diagnose system and perform repairs and modifications of equipment
• Perform daily preventive maintenance on systems
• Utilize TOS support team in all work areas as applicable
• Authorized lock out/tag out technician
• Must obtain Waste Water certifications within one year
• Acquire HAZMAT training to respond to chemical spills in the work area.
• Successfully complete required training for managing hazardous materials and waste according to local, state and federal regulation.
• Attend on and off-site training as scheduled
• Forklift operators certification in accordance with OSHA standard for forklift performance or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days.
• Any other duties assigned by supervisor

Knowledge You Should Bring

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent; An attached resume is required
• Must be able to work any shift
• Basic PC/PLC and electronic controls knowledge
• Journeyman Card presently held as an approved UAW Skilled Trade, or
• Documentation showing a Bona Fide Apprenticeship equaling 4 years/8000 hours experience and holds a certificate to substantiate service or qualification in a trade, or
• Documentation substantiating 8 years of practical experience in the Industrial Maintenance fieldwith certifiable proof

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Grade I or II licensed Physical / Chemical Wastewater Operator with Powder Coating experience
• Additional technical/college education is a plus
• Self-motivated to work in a fast paced environment

We are committed to culture that creates flexibility and encourages a supportive working environment that achieves the needs of our employees and business.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Schedule Type:

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.