Build with Purpose at Schwing America Schwing America, based in White Bear Lake, MN, is a trusted leader in manufacturing concrete construction equipment. With over 50 years of engineering excellence, we deliver innovative products that help shape infrastructure across North America. Join a team that takes pride in precision work, reliable performance, and lasting craftsmanship.
We are looking for a skilled Heavy Equipment Assemblers to join our Main Assembly team. In this hands-on role, you will assemble complex components for build-to-order configurations, including prototype units, using engineering prints, build sheets, and bills of materials. Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, team-oriented, and have experience working with hydraulic and diesel systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Retrieve and follow build instructions using the Build Book program
- Assemble components according to engineering drawings and bills of materials
- Request necessary parts from the Parts Department
- Lay out truck details for each job according to engineering specifications
- Perform final assembly of each unit, including installation of hoods, lighting, electrical components, and decals per customer specifications
- Connect hydraulic lines, fill systems with oil, and prepare equipment for functional testing
- Prepare trucks for sub-frame assembly by disassembling, measuring, repositioning, and reassembling parts
- Perform quality checks and test assemblies to ensure proper operation
- Follow all health and safety policies, procedures, and best practices
- Maintain tools and a clean, organized workspace
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 3+ years of mechanical assembly or maintenance experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude and assembly skills
- Experience working with hydraulic, electrical, gas, and diesel systems
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, hydraulic, and electrical schematics
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Comfortable using computers to access work instructions and log labor
- Preferred:
- Certification or associate’s degree in auto repair or related field
- Experience working with heavy mechanical equipment
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to move around, under, and over large equipment (95% of the time on production floor) Must lift up to 50 lbs. as needed Will occasionally work outdoors in all weather conditions (approx. 5% of the time)
Why Join Schwing America? Make a direct impact on high-performance equipment used worldwide Work in a clean, well-equipped facility with a supportive team Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits package Growth and advancement opportunities in a stable industry
Apply now and bring your mechanical skills to a team that values quality, pride, and purpose.
