Utility Worker - Entry Level

SUMMARY: Operate a wide variety of machines and equipment to produce quality components in a timely manner.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Set up and operate equipment to saw, form, bend, trim , debur, degrease, plate and to perform other ancillary operations. Must be able to read blueprints, to work from drawings, travelers and specifications to plan work in proper operational sequence to produce quality components. Utilize various types of lifting equipment as needed to move and stage material for all operations in department. Must adhere to all Company safety policies and procedures. Assist in training where needed. Other duties will be assigned as required.

 QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE : One year certificate from college or technical school; or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 MATHEMATICAL and/or COMPUTER SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to use basic shop math. Knowledge of computer operation and related software required.

 REASONING ABILITY : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

 CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:                                                                              Operate fork lift truck (will be licensed in accordance with OSHA power industrial truck operator requirements. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may lift and or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs. with the use of jib cranes and other moving and lifting devices. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, and climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. It is the employee's responsibility to properly utilize all required safety equipment and apparel at all times. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and loud continuous noise. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Detect quantity discrepancies, defective material, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to proper supervision. Will complete data transactions where necessary. Perform changing lubrication, cleaning and maintenance of equipment when necessary. Will maintain a clean and orderly work area at all times. A working knowledge of all job related Quality Management System operating procedures and work instructions is required.