M-L Utilities is expanding our workforce and we want YOU to be our next hire! In return for what you will bring to our team, we will offer you generous time off, flexible scheduling, and competitive pay. Our Service Technician is responsible for general maintenance and repair of cranes, small to large service fleet vehicles, hy-rail components, air compressors, welders and more.
Essential Job Functions include, but aren't limited to:
- Diagnose, repair and service hydraulics and components, especially aerial equipment
- Diagnose, repair and service 12VDC electrical
- Diagnose, repair and service diesel and gas engines
- Perform preventative maintenance and federal inspections- crane, dot, etc
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, impact tools, pneumatic tools, and grinders etc.
- Complete jobs accurately within the designated quoted hours
- Keep the work area clean and maintain the condition of personal tools and shop tools
- Follow all safety guidelines and procedures
What You Should Possess to Be considered "Best Qualified":
Knowledge:
- Must have good understanding of basic automotive mechanical, electrical (12-volt), pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
- Must have a good understanding of running cranes and heavy equipment
- Must have knowledge of fitting sizes, sizing for hydraulic hosing, and electrical wiring
Skills:
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- General electrical wiring
- Welding experience is preferred (either MIG, TIG, or Stick)
- Certified Forklift operator preferred
- Certified overhead crane operator preferred
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and problem-solving skills
- Fabrication skills are a plus
Abilities:
- Ability to read/ understand hydraulic and electrical systems schematics
- Ability to operate a plasma cutter is preferred
- Ability to use oxygen/acetylene torch
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Qualities We Value:
- Regular and consistent attendance
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Must be able to pass a post-offer background check, drug screen, and physical
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and/or move up to 50lbs with assistive devices
- The ability to wear the appropriate PPE for the job task performed. (All technicians are required to wear safety toed shoes and safety glasses. Painters/ welders are required to wear either PAPRs or full-face respirators and must complete an OSHA medical evaluation/ spirometry test annually.)
- The ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and/or crouch while also utilizing tools
- The ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, or work platforms
- Must be able to work in extreme weather
- Must be able to operate in noisy environments (≥85 Db)
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