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Apprentice Technician - Louisville

Hoist & Crane Service Group Inc
Louisville, KY, USA
Full-time
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The Technician is a heavy equipment mechanic that specializes in maintaining and repairing cranes. This position may perform routine maintenance, like lubricating parts, as well as fixing other problems when the crane malfunction.

The Technician position work in a safety-first type of environment. HCSG is a 24 / 7 service company that requires technicians to be available on-call and provide after hour or even weekend services as required due to customer needs.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Must be able to be on-call and provide after hour services as required.
  • Troubleshooting, repairing, inspecting, and upgrading industrial hoists and cranes in the field at customer locations.
  • Perform OSHA required hoist and crane inspections and generating inspection reports and repair orders.
  • Communicate with the Service Manager and Branch Manager during the day so that work can be scheduled and completed on a daily basis.
  • Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles in a safe and responsible manner. Notify immediate supervisor of any deficiencies.
  • Maintain the ability to work with others in team environment.
  • Attend company provided trainings and seminars as required.
  • Participate in HCSG 5 Marks program
  • Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is labor intensive. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a daily basis. Must be able to lift up to 100lbs on a rare basis.

This position requires 90% of frequent climbing, balancing, stooping / crouching, overhead reaching, bending, squatting and prolonged standing and sitting.

It requires occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, and crawling. The position also involves great hand and eye coordination.

Heights exceeding over 50 feet from time to time are normal to incur on a daily basis to maintain a crane. Employee will be required to travel from time to time (20 50%) and must be willing to work various shifts to accommodate needs of HCSG branches and customers.

This includes on-call and overtime. Travel out of town may be required at the discretion of the company.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is normally performed inside or outside (pending customer requirements) with varying degrees of extreme hot and cold temperatures depending on the weather.

During summer months, temperatures can exceed 120 degrees. This position will be frequently exposed to noise, heights, fumes, dust, and odors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • 0 - 2 years of crane experience in an industrial facility
  • Must have a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record
  • Must always commit to working and driving safely
  • Must be willing to work off the ground at various heights
  • Must have basic computer skills
  • Must be able to communicate well with others and work independently or as a team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Vocational / Technical training certificate
  • Some electrical and mechanical knowledge
  • Knowledge of hand tools and / or possess hand tools
  • 30+ days ago
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