Builder I

Primary Functions

The Builder is responsible for assembling metal and aluminum components—such as doors, panels, latches, and hinges—into ambulances according to specifications. This role requires proficiency in using power tools and measuring devices, including tape measures, to ensure accurate and secure installations.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Understand and carry out verbal and written directions in English
• Close attention to detail
• Function with no supervision
• Set work priorities to meet production goals as scheduled
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Stay current in TPM and basic mechanical adjustments on all equipment as needed
• Able to enter OEE information into OEE Control Document spreadsheet in server
• Meet minimum safety and 5-S standards
• Must read blueprints and perform shop math to layout, fabricate parts and assemblies
• Grind and clean area where required
• Able to use grinder, sander, rivet guns, saws and other air tools
• Must be able to perform all Door Builder ”A”, “B” functions
• Play a key role in training Door Builder at all levels
• Able to reproduce all operations within acceptable quality and time standards
• Be compliant with all the rules of conduct and attendance per the company handbook
• Other duties and responsibilities as required
• Ensure that hazardous waste that is handled is placed into the proper container(s)
• Maintain all satellite and storage containers in a closed position unless adding or removing waste
• Familiar with Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan
• Knows spill response procedures and evacuation routes

Qualifications/Training

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and layout and other written or verbal instructions presented in English
• Ability to read and use linear and other measuring devices
• Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization
• Fundamental use of various pneumatic and power tools
• Ability to use basic mathematics
• Must have general knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards
• Be trained in Hazardous Materials Handling Operations with an annual refresher course
• Hazardous waste training shall be provided to employee within six months of the date the employee filled this position and a review of this training provided every 12 months thereafter

Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts
• The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
• The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals
• The noise level in the work environment is elevated
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 40#’s without assistance
• Ability to work from various squatting, kneeling or bending positions
• Ability to work with arms above head
• Ability to work from ladders or scaffolding
• Ability to work from step stool
• Ability to work from a workstation for ten hours a day (minus specified breaks)
• Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards
• Ability to safely use specified hand, air, power tools, and machinery
• Ability to operate and understand the operation of all protective safety equipment in the area
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception

Experience

• One year experience as door builder

Personal Protective Equipment

• Safety glasses
• Earpads
• Steel Toed Safety shoes

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts
• The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
• The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals
• The noise level in the work environment is elevated