Tester Lead - 2nd Shift **$1k Sign-On Bonus**
Join our team at Terex Utilities in Watertown, SD and receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus: $500 paid at 6 months of employment and $500 paid at 1 year of employment. Must be an active employee at the time of payout to collect the bonus.
About the role
At Terex, we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team.
Responsibilities
- Adhere to Terex safety policies and procedures
- Assemble electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic equipment
- Read and interpret diagrams, work orders, and reports to assemble materials
- Perform repetitive assembly and adjustment on units, using tools
- Clean parts, test functional performance, and pack finished products for shipment
- Follow and promote The Terex Way Values
- Compliance with all applicable occupational health and safety requirements
- Function as a team member and contribute to group goals while maintaining a positive attitude
- Perform other functions as needed
Requirements
- High school diploma and/or equivalent
- 3+ years of electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic equipment experience
- Ability to lift 40 lbs. or lift 40-100 lbs. with assistance of others and lifting equipment provided
- Possess good mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, order acknowledgment, engineering drawings, and written instructions
- Understand and follow verbal and written instructions
- Able to use hand tools
- Basic welding skills
- Knowledge of hydraulic systems
- Basic computer skills
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx)
- Life insurance
- Accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Extended leave options
- Paid time off
- Company holidays
- 401k matching
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Legal assistance
- Wellness programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount programs
Pay
The compensation range for this position is $21.00-$22.50 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications.
Schedule
This is a 2nd shift position based in Watertown, SD.
About Terex
Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry.
Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide.
Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.