Job Summary: Assemblers are responsible for assembling and maintaining components of water treatment and distribution systems. An Assembler will skillfully assemble pipes, valves, pumps, and meters to specifications, reading detailed instructions to ensure products are created efficiently and correctly. The responsibility extends to conducting quality checks, collaborating with the team, emphasizing safety adherence and ensuring documentation for optimal system performance.
Job Duties
- Gather/Pick appropriate materials based on project specifications and customer requirements
- Assemble pipes, valves, pumps, and meters according to engineering specifications
- Ensure secure connections and proper sealing to prevent leaks
- Inspect assembled components for defects and irregularities
- Conduct quality checks to meet industry standards and regulations
- Identify and troubleshoot issues, making necessary repairs and replacements
- Maintain accurate records of assembly processes, inspections, and maintenance
- Provide documentation for completed work and report deviations
- Communicate effectively to address challenges and find solutions
- Handle and move materials, tools, and equipment safely in the workshop
- Utilize a forklift to safely transport materials during assembly
- Collaborate with team members and contribute to a productive team environment
- Adhere to safety protocols when working with heavy machinery and hazardous materials
- Keep the warehouse clean and organized after completing assembly tasks
- Conduct on-site visits for repairs, replacements, and maintenance as needed
- Stay informed about new technologies and techniques in the field of assembling
- Perform any other reasonable duties as requested by immediate supervisor or Profit Centre Manager
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Experience in assembly work, preferably in waterworks or a related field, or basic understanding of plumbing and mechanical systems.
- Must be able to stand/walk 8 hours per day
- Able to regularly lift 15lbs - occasionally up to 60lbs
- Possess a high level of attention to detail
- Forklift experience an asset (certificate preferred, but not required)
- Good mechanical aptitude an asset
- Ability to operate machinery & power tools an asset (lathe, bandsaw, circular saw, drill press, etc.)
- Able to develop comprehensive product knowledge
- Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity
- Strong communication skills to maintain relationships with teammates
- Energetic, self-motivated and able to work independently
- Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
- Intermediate math skills – add, subtract, multiply, divide, using whole numbers, fractions and decimals
- Read, write, speak and understand English
Salary Range - $48,000.00 to $55,000.00 + Profit Share
EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.