When you have a serious project that needs to be done, look no further than Tradestar. A leader in industrial craftsmanship. We innovate. We deliver.

Tradestar was started in the birthplace of modern water gel explosives. The company was the truck shop where IRECO Chemicals built the first bulk delivery systems for emulsion type commercial explosives. Over the last 50 yearsa lot has changed - technology, governments, world economies, the materials we use in our daily lives. But, one thing remains unchanged - our dedication to doing the best work in the world. We keep an old-fashioned attitude about work, and that is doing what needs to be done to deliver on our promise. More and more, that means relying on brilliant engineers and hardworking craftsmen working in tandem.

What We Offer

• 3 weeks paid vacation time + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Up to a 4% 401k match
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

What You'll Do (We will train!)

As the Jr. Mechanic, youwill be accountable to successfully complete plumbing, hosing, and other pump assemblies on specialty truck bodies and other mobile equipment. You will ensure compliance with applicable Company HSE Performance Standards, as well as applicable acts and regulations. Other duties will include:

• Installation, and testing of pump assemblies for truck bodies and other plant equipment
• Plumb, install, and troubleshoot pneumatic systems and make corrections/adjustments as necessary
• Interpret engineering drawing, expectations, and convert into successful finished products
• Accurately account for components used for specific jobs/work orders
• Search for, identify, and implement improvement ideas continually
• Participate in and contribute to team meetings
• Shift to non-routine jobs as necessary (electrical, hydraulic, finish support, etc.)
• Suggest, approve, and implementimprovement ideas

What We're Looking For

• Hydraulic assembly and testing certification from an accredited technical or engineering school preferred
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems such as various pumps, motors, plumbing techniques, valves, fittings, hoses, fluids, and clamps
  
• 2 years of hands-on experience in pump assemblies and plumbing, and/or hydraulic and/or pneumatics systems, assembly and testing (company willing to train)
• Requires some computer and mathematic skills; Proficient with use of basic measurement tools
• High School Diploma (or GED equivalent) preferred
• General mechanical skills and proficiency with hand tools and pipe fittings
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

Leadership

Quality

Technology

Reliability

Join us in everything that's great about Tradestar: OUR culture, OUR values, OUR commitment to safety and most importantly our PEOPLE. This combination makes Tradestar a terrific place to work.

Women and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Tradestar Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.