Hose Technician - G&H Distributing Inc.

BE PART OF A SMALL SOUTH DAKOTA BASED BUSINESS DOING BIG THINGS!

G&H Distributing is a South Dakota based agricultural and industrial supply distributor that has been the regional source for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations equipment and supplies for more than 40 years. Specializing in Hydraulic & Industrial Hose Products, Material Handling Equipment, and Replacement Auger Flighting, G&H represents hundreds of product brands across the U.S. making it the one-stop source for regional manufacturers and industrial workers. G&H is an area industry leader in supplying warehouse storage and operations equipment,a distributor for top hose product brands, and a local supplier of PPE and packaging & shipping supplies.

Compensation:  
$18.00 - $20.00/hr  Starting DOE
Annual sales bonus eligible (based on total company annual performance)

Full-Time Benefits

• Employee Group Health through Blue Cross Blue Shield of SD
   (3 plan options available. Select plans paid 100% by company)
• Life Insurance $25,000 AD&D Paid by company
• Dental Reimbursement Allowance up to $750 for participants
• 401K (Traditional. Employer match of 50% of up to 8% contributions)
• Generous PTO accrual rates (up to 15 days YR 1)
• HSA/FSA Accounts for qualifing participants
• Buy up options for supplemental, vision, and additional life insurances

Hours:  

Scheduled 40hrs per week
Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Job Summary:   Provide superior customer service to incoming customers by processing orders, assembling/repairing customer hose assemblies, assisting in general warehouse operations, exhibiting extensive product knowledge, and supporting ongoing sales objectives.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

            To be eligible for the position, candidate must:

• Be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Be conscientious and ethical
• Work well with others
• Be self-motivated and goal driven
• Be able to accurately read print writing and a tape measure
• Be able to apply math principles and concepts including: measurements, percentages, fractions, converting feet to inches, etc.
• Have the ability to use common hand tools, handle small parts, and operate assembly machines
• Be able to navigate and troubleshoot the Internet skillfully
• Be able to operate Windows based computer programs successfully
• Have a minimum of an Associate degree in a related field; or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or 2 years or more experience and/or training in a relevant field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing customer support by answering incoming sales and customer service phone calls, assisting walk-in customers with counter and will-call orders, and answering general product questions.
• Assembling products for orders including hydraulic & industrial hose, carts, casters, shelving, and other items.
• Assisting in the production and processing of products by knowing the components, general production processes, and quality controls to maximize the quality and distribution of the company’s products.
• Operating and adjusting hose cutting, pushing, & crimping machines.
• Identifying, picking, and preparing raw materials and products from warehouse used to fulfill orders
• Exhibiting extensive product knowledge and expertise by emphasizing product features based on the analyses of customers’ needs and on technical knowledge of product capabilities, functionalities and limitations.
• Entering data for vendor purchase orders, customer orders and quotes into the computer system for processing.
• Establishing and maintaining interpersonal working relationships with customers, vendors, and co-workers.
• Helping keep an accurate product inventory by maintaining showroom displays, putting away warehouse inventory, and periodically taking a physical inventory.
• Using computer programs such as Microsoft Office’s Excel, Word, and Outlook, company’s inventory tracking software, and the Internet.