About Pierce, an Oshkosh company

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

JOB SUMMARY:
The positions within Pump Assembler III are responsible for the main components of the plumbing assembly. They are responsible for assembling complex plumbing components, including custom configurations. The team member must be able to read and understand blueprints and parts diagrams. They use hand and power tools to complete their tasks and must maintain a clean and safe working environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all functions of Pump Assembler I and basic understanding of Pump Assembler II

• Utilize proper tools to align, drill and secure components with correct bolts and torque specifications

• Understand the functions of hydro/hydraulic/electrical pump mechanisms

• Read and interpret blueprints/fluid path diagrams & 3D CAD models

• Assemble water pumps and foam systems requiring occasional custom configured modifications

• Troubleshoot water suppression systems

• Ability to read and interrupt customer options list and match previous customer trucks

• Perform welding for pipe and bracketry

• Prepare pipe for plumbing installation

• Weld, thread, and install piping

• Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep and maintain a safe working environment

• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks, including logging off job tasks

• Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc. 

• Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting

• Check and review check lists, work orders, and schedules

• Assist co-workers with lifting parts

• Recognize the differences in parts and tools

• Sweep and clean shop area

• Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record

• Work overtime as needed

MARGINAL WORK FUNCTIONS:

*These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors.

• Work with co-workers in the same area*

• Utilize a computer to view prints and work orders*

• Sort, inspect, and pick the correct parts for the assembly process*

• Pull and run cables, wires, and harnesses throughout the truck*

• Operate a forklift to transport truck parts to and from designated areas*

• May assist in training new employees

• Move to other departments/areas to assist with an assembly project*

• Testing of parts and equipment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4 or more years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent education.

• Previous experience with basic hand tools

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with pumps and pump systems

• Previous welding experience preferred

• Preferred technical diploma or associate degree in automotive or demonstrated experience working with automotive, heavy machinery, or farm equipment

• Experience within a manufacturing or operations environment

• Previous experience as a Pierce team member

• Experience with basic computer skills

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [email protected].

Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.