Assembly Technician II
Federal Signal · Snohomish, WA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 20+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Federal Signal (industrial) in Snohomish, WA.
- They ask for
- 20+ years
- Tools it names
- Welding
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$92k.
Median of the low and high ends of 77 live postings that list pay, out of 1240 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 15 other live manufacturing postings in Washington.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (20+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 44%
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- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
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This plant: Federal Signal in Snohomish
2 other open roles at this site.
- Assembly Technician III · Manufacturing · Technician
- Assembly Technician I · Manufacturing · Technician
Full description from Federal SignalAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Assembly Technician I Duties/Responsibilities
- ◆Drill holes in steel frames
- ◆Bolt on parts
- ◆Run/Feed electrical wiring and hoses
- ◆Zip tie wires
- ◆Take accurate measurements
- ◆Other duties as assigned.
Assembly Technician II Duties/Responsibilities
- ◆Drill holes in steel frames and bolt on parts
- ◆Run/Feed electrical wiring and hoses.
- ◆Zip tie wires and take accurate measurements.
- ◆Electric & Hydraulic connection / plumbing
- ◆Basic understanding of air systems & operations
- ◆Basic welding
- ◆Console Installation
- ◆Pump Installation
- ◆Large assembly installation such as tanks and saddles etc.
- ◆Touch up paint.
- ◆Body electrical outfit
- ◆Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
- ✓Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- ✓Ability to read service and repair manuals.
- ✓Ability to read blueprints or schematics.
- ✓Ability to learn and work in a team environment.
- ✓Ability to read a tape measure and calculate differences in measurements.
- ✓Ability to Weld in flat and vertical planes (all position welding) is preferred.
Education and Experience
- ✓High School diploma or GED or Equivalent experience.
- ✓Minimum of 1+ years of experience in a mechanical field with hydraulic system repairs including pump valves, cylinders, etc.
- ✓Must be comfortable with electrical trouble shooting.
- ✓Must have wrenching experience.
- ✓Must be comfortable using power tools, pneumatic wrenches, grinder, air tools etc.
- ✓Must be eager to learn, have a good work ethic, and be able to accept responsibility for work performed.
- ✓Leadership skills desired.
Physical
Requirements
- ✓Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.
- ✓Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.
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OSW Equipment & Repair, LLC, a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation, is the largest truck body and trailer manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest. OSW’s main facility is located in the Maltby area in Snohomish County. OSW and has been in business for over 20 years and has branches in Edmonton, Canada and Tempe, Arizona.
As an Assembly Technician on our growing team, you are contributing to the success of the company by safely and efficiently troubleshooting and installing mechanical items on dump trucks and trailers. If you are bright, highly motivated, and a team player we encourage you to apply!
Additional Job Information
- •Wage Expectations: $20.00 - $29.00 per hour
- •Pay: This is a non-exempt, hourly position and employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis
- •Typical Schedule: Four (4) Ten (10) hour days M-F, Overtime may be available on your 5th day of the week and/or Saturdays
- •Location: On Site – 20812 Broadway Ave; Snohomish, WA 98296
- •Travel: Very minimal to none
Benefits
- •Employees are eligible on the 1 st of the month following the completion of 30 days of employment for:
- •Medical
- •Dental
- •Vision
- •Company Paid Life Insurance Policy for each full-time employee in the amount of $20,000.00.
- •Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, their spouse (or domestic partner), and their children
- •Flexible Spending Accounts for Health-related expenses as well as Dependent Care related expenses
- •Employees are eligible or the following benefits as of their first day of employment:
- •401(k) with partial company match
- •100% vested immediately.
- •Upon the Completion of 90 days employees are eligible for:
- •PTO
- •9 Paid Holidays
About Us
OSW Equipment & Repair is the largest truck body and trailer manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest and has been in business for over 20 years. OSW Equipment & Repair manufactures products for the construction, transportation, industrial, and mining industries. OSW Equipment & Repair is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation’s Truck Bodies Equipment International group. For more information, visit www.oswequipment.com.
Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) provides products and services to protect people and our planet. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates in two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.