Mechanical Assembly Technician - Tiger Mowers LLC

Tiger Corporation, the leading manufacturer of roadside vegetation maintenance equipment, is seeking a qualified Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our Mount Shop Team. We pride ourselves on producing high-quality mowing equipment that is integral to maintaining roadside vegetation. As a Mechanical Assembly Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

Position Overview: Join our dynamic team as a Mechanical Assembly Technician, where you will engage in a variety of tasks to install our advanced mowing equipment onto tractors and trucks. This role involves mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic assembly, including the installation of framework, booms, hydraulic tanks, control valves, hoses, fittings, and operator controls. You will also work on mower head assembly and the installation of various options such as radios, strobe lights, and backup alarms. The work will be completed both individually and collaboratively with other team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tractor and Truck Preparation: Prepare tractors and trucks for mount kit installation, including moving tires and installing Lexan safety windows.
• Option Installation: Install sales order options including radios, strobe lights, and backup alarms.
• Mechanical Assembly: Assemble mount kits onto tractors and trucks using blueprints, schematics, and operator manuals, performing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic assemblies.
• Equipment Assembly: Assemble mowing equipment onto power units, including booms, draft beams, and various mower heads.
• Material Handling: Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, overhead hoists, and pallet jacks to move and position frameworks and other components.
• Documentation and Analysis: Analyze bills of materials and parts manuals for accuracy, completing correction sheets as needed. Accurately record work order information and inventory transactions.
• Testing and Inspection: Perform testing and final inspections of completed units using checklists to ensure quality and functionality.
• Collaboration with Engineering: Assist Engineering with new mount kit installations and associated documentation.
• Field Service Support: Provide technical service and possibly assist dealers with field service questions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Four or more years of experience in a manufacturing field preferred.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, blueprints, and operator manuals. Experience in mechanical and electrical assembly, and knowledge of hydraulic systems and assembly.
• Problem-Solving: Proficient in problem-solving and troubleshooting methods.
• Equipment Operation: Ability to operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Physical Dexterity: Manual dexterity, mechanically inclined with good eye/hand coordination. Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 lbs. alone.
• Physical Endurance: Ability to stand, kneel, and squat while using hands to complete assembly tasks, move under power units, and work overhead while on a mechanic's creeper.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work overtime, including weekends, as needed to meet production schedules.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage (eligible for coverage on day-1 of employment)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a Company Match
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Training and Develop Programs through the Alamo Group Learning & Development Academy
• Employee Tuition Reimbursement and Dependent Scholarship Programs
• And much more!

Why Join Us: At Tiger Corporation, we value our employees and strive to create a supportive and dynamic work environment. As a Mechanical Assembly Technician, you will be an integral part of our team, ensuring our products are assembled to the highest standards and meet customer needs. Your expertise and dedication will contribute to our continued success and innovation in the roadside vegetation maintenance industry.