Pump/Blower Rebuild Technician-Tank Trailer Repair Technician

SEMO Tank (owned by Dairy Farmers of America) sells, leases, and repairs tank trailers and offers a vast inventory of related parts for resale. Sell and rebuilds blowers and pumps.

You will diagnose, repair, and rebuild pumps and blowers used in conjunction with tank trailers; perform complete equipment teardowns, inspections, repairs, and rebuilds to ensure safe and reliable operation; and identify causes of failure, replace worn or damaged components, and verify proper operation before equipment is returned to service. This individual must be highly detail-oriented and capable of working independently while maintaining quality and safety standards.

In addition to this primary job, you may be asked to assist the Tank Trailer Technicians in whatever job is being performed at that time, which may include the following:

• Perform cutting, aligning, fitting, and welding operations for repairs/modification or design related to new and used equipment
• Perform grinding and polishing to 3A standards when required
• Set up and operate fabricating machines, drill presses, grinders, and shears, to cut, form, drill, bend, and punch
• Perform repairs to air brake and suspension systems
• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance and general repairs to company standards
• Read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings
• Attend departmental training, such as safety and equipment training
• Handle, position, move, and install materials using arms and hands and manipulating things
• Apply sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job
• Always wear PPE and observe health, safety and environmental policies
• Keep track of materials used to maintain inventory control
• Properly record time spent and material used on daily work sheets
• Appropriately dispose of damaged materials
• Label and store salvage parts for future reinstallation
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly working area
• Furnish personal hand tools
• Wash exterior and sometimes interiors of tank trailers
• Inspect wash tags and ensure dated appropriately
• Complete small maintenance repairs on equipment
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Perform all job duties according to DFA safety regulations
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical/vocational school graduation, equivalent apprenticeship or work experience preferred
  • Experience in TIG and MIG welding is helpful

                                                       Experience with mechanical assembly is preferred

• Basic understanding of pneumatic systems, pumps, blowers, seals, bearings, and related components
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Able to use precision measuring devices and diagnostic equipment
• Able to maintain accurate repair and inventory records
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively
• Able to work well with others
• Able to follow directions
• Able to operate required tools and equipment
• Able to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (mig/tig)
• Able to read and understand technical manuals, procedural documentation, assembly drawings, etc.
• Able to perform tasks and duties without constant supervision
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Able to lift over 70 lbs.
• Able to work overtime
• Must be able to read, write and speak English