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Hydrant & Valve Assembler II

Waterous Company
Paul, MN Other
POSTED ON 1/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/20/2025

Job Details

Level:    Entry
Job Location:    Waterous Company - South St. Paul, MN
Position Type:    Full Time
Education Level:    High School / GED
Salary Range:    $29.97 - $35.04 Hourly
Travel Percentage:    None
Job Shift:    2nd or 3rd Shift
Job Category:    Manufacturing

COMPANY

Waterous Company manufactures the most innovative pumps, hydrants and valves that are crucial components to the longstanding tradition of saving lives and protecting citizens.  Waterous is a privately owned South St. Paul manufacturer, around since 1886, that continues to instill confidence and trust with firefighters in the national and global markets served.  We are 260 employees strong with tenures as long as 45 years, and we continue to foster a safe and rewarding work environment.

 

BENEFITS

After the completion of 30 days, you are eligible to enroll an affordable health insurance and vision plan, employer paid dental insurance (if enrolled in health plan), employer HSA contribution (if enrolled in high deductible health plan), 401K company match and additional company contribution, employer paid group term life insurance, short term disability, AD&D insurance, voluntary life and long term disability insurance, FSA account. • After the successful completion of a 60 working day probation period, you will receive 10 paid holidays, and two paid personal floaters. Vacation time is earned on 7/1/2025 based on the completed work hours according the current union contract. Sick and safe time is accrued immediately: 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. Participation in a generous quarterly incentive plan (bonus) starts the first quarter following the completion of the previous quarter.  On-site fitness center, employee recognition and anniversary programs, employees assistance program, apprenticeship opportunities. Annual allowance towards safety shoes ($160).

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Assemble fire hydrants, underground valves and related products – Assemble fire hydrants and underground valves. Ensure all components are correctly aligned, secured and tested for functionality. Accuracy and attention to detail are crucial as these products are safety related.

• Electrostatic painting – applying electrically charged paint ensuring a durable and even coating to required specifications. Applying primer and paint with automated and manual paint equipment safely. Safety measures are critical, as electrostatic painting involves working with specialized equipment and handling potentially hazardous materials.

• Operate fork truck and other powered industrial equipment – moving heavy materials and assembled products within the shop floor and yard with sit down and stand up forklifts. This requires training in safe operation, knowledge of weight limits, and awareness of safety protocols to prevent accidents

• Janitorial duties – this involves basic cleaning to ensure a safe, efficient and organized work environment.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE & ABILITIES

• Perform assembly work using pneumatic and various hand tools.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read prints and assembly instructions is preferred.

• Continuously lift, stand, twist and occasionally squat, reach (including above head) and bend.

• Occasionally lift and carry parts that weigh between 50 and 80 pounds.

• 1 years work experience in a heavy manual/laborer position, manufacturing experience a plus.

• Work with others in a team environment.

• Age 18 or over

• Pass all assessments of MAPS test (Manufacturing Applicant Profile System)

• Criminal background checks and prior employment reference checks are conducted

• Pass post offer physical examination, drug screen, and physical capabilities assessment test

• 2nd and 3rd shift primarily, but must have ability to work any shift. • Able to work daily and Saturday overtime when scheduled.

• Join the Union after 30 days

 

HOURLY RATE:

$ 33.79 plus shift differential ($1.25/hour) after completing the probationary period. ($28.72 plus shift differential during probation period)


 

 

Salary : $30 - $35

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