Technician, Fluids Analysis - Fluids Lab - Reno, NV

Join our group of passionate team players, committed to providing the best level of service for our clients in a rewarding environment.

WHO WE ARE:
Founded in 1950, Empire Cat is a world-renowned Caterpillar dealer and a top private company in Arizona. We are a third-generation family-owned company with over 3,700 employees across 30 locations throughout Arizona, Nevada and portions of Eastern California. We are a diverse group of people, but we all share an inspiring vision to BE THE BEST. That vision is achieved by our individual commitments to work hard and live our core values every day.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Pay
• Vacation & Sick Leave
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k)
• Tool Discounts/Tool Insurance
• Technical Training & Professional Development Classes
• And More

JOB DETAILS:
Shift 1st/Day Shift
Location In-Office
Schedule Schedule to be provided by leader
Salary Range $20.05 to $23.30 Per Hour

JOB SUMMARY:
Works close with leadership to help mentor other Technicians and ensure effective and efficient production through the lab to ensure client satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Fully perform all essential functions of a Fluids Analysis Tech I.
• Operate all lab instrumentation without assistance and/or supervision in an efficient and effective manner.
• Provide in lab, on the job training to all Fluids Analysis Tech I employees.
• Learn about ISO standards and assist ISO Champion to ensure certification adherance.
• Perform coolant analysis and interpretations.
• Demonstrate leadership skills in assistance with Lab supervision.
• Must work well with the team to follow Empire’s values and be part of a cohesive team.
• Calibrate, set peaks and perform essential maintenance of lab instruments.
• Work safely at all times. Adhere to all applicable safety policies. Comply with all company policies, procedures and standards.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advise team leader on low material stock levels.
• Prepare, invoice and ship sampling materials and supplies to customers.
• Maintain customer data, files, and reports utilizing computer systems.
• Present lab tours as required.
• Maintain a current training list and works with leader to accomplish training requirements, wants/needs.
• Learn Scheduled Oil Samples (SOS) client presentation in preparation for client training opportunites.
• Learn SOS Web and set up internal and external clients with access to system.
• Work within and promote corporate values.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of instrumentation and data processing procedures and ability to keep equipment updated to the latest standards.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to learn, retain and implement information.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies and use of all required safety equipment.
• Must have acceptable attendance to meet all company standards and requirements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Prior experience in the equipment industry preferred but not required.
• Prior fluids lab experience preferred.
• Prior presentation experience a plus.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.

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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, talk, and hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, reach outward, walk and taste/smell.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach above shoulders, climb, crawl, squat, kneel and bend.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and abliity to adjust and focus.
• This position is designated as a "Safety-Sensitive Position". A Safety-Sensitive Position includes tasks or duties that EMPIRE in good faith believes could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others.

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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to oils, coolants, fuels and other chemicals.
• The employee is frequently exposed to smells and fumes associated with processes.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to mechanical parts; high, precarious places and outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate.

DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The roles and objectives of this job do not include setting corporate policy and does not constitute a managing agent of the company.

Empire Southwest is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here:
Know Your Rights” Poster.

The pay transparency policy is available here:
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted

Empire is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call us at 702-633-4545 or email us greatjobs@empire-cat.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Empire Southwest is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer

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Salary : $20 - $23