Job Description

The Model Maker I fabricates and constructs basic components and systems in accordance with engineering specifications, procedures and acceptable industry standards under the guidance of / in support of senior technicians.

This position will serve our US Air Division, located in Fort Smith, AR

• Use blueprints and work from drawings as they relate to design of sheet metal components and general component assembly.
• Use design and manufacturing related computer-aided design (CAD) software to evaluate basic problems.
• Operate, repair and maintain hand tools, welding, brazing, basic fabrication equipment to form basic components in keeping with accepted practices.
• Connect and assemble equipment and systems in accordance with engineering specifications or accepted practices.
• Operate computer systems to document task records and reports, manage task documentation, fabrication equipment operation and project status reporting.
• Write reports covering project conditions, procedures, results, conclusions and recommendations.
• Manage electronic communications, assigned tasks and task documentation in accordance with company policy.
• Provide regular verbal and written reports summarizing project results and conclusions to project leaders.
• Complete assigned tasks and participate in R&D design development teams according to defined requirements.

• Associate degree, Vo-tech Degree, or equivalent experience required. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of:
• General drafting standards and CAD systems ·
• Sheet metal, tubing and assembly design and design fabrication
• Design fabrication equipment operation, maintenance and repair
• Office, email, calendar, document and file management software use
• Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well independently or within a team atmosphere
• Individual task management skills

• Must be able to safely climb, bend, or otherwise move while potentially carrying heavy equipment or parts, up to 50 pounds, occasionally.

As a leader at Rheem, how you achieve results is as important as the results you achieve. While LEADING SELF, you will be expected to demonstrate the following competencies and behaviors:

• Adapting
• Business Understanding
• Collaborating
• Communicating Effectively
• Continuously Improving
• Customer-Orientation
• Developing Self
• Focusing on Results
• Influencing
• Managing Relationships
• Managing Work
• Problem Solving & Decision Making

Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

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At Rheem, we engineer products for life. For home life. For work life. For the life of the planet we all share. Backed by over 100 years of expertise, we’re passionate about product innovation and boldly committed to sustainability. Our full line of global air and water solutions deliver reliable performance, comfort and energy savings for residential and commercial applications worldwide. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day.
Our Behavior Based Values set us apart:

• Listening to Understand – Open mind, learning from others, accepting feedback, embracing the objective
• Contributing Respectfully - Sharing opinions, valuing ideas, sharing opposing perspectives with respect
• Thinking Creatively – Applying creativity, seeking improvements, understanding from the customers’ lens
• Acting with Responsibility – Owning decisions and actions, acting with integrity, embracing accountability

Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

For U.S. Based jobs, please note that Rheem is unable to hire candidates to be employed in the following states: Alaska, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, or Vermont.

Rheem and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee.