Apprentice Rental Equipment Technician

Western States Careers•Pocatello, ID

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Apprentice Rental Technician is responsible for preparing the rental fleet according to Western States’ client care standards in order to meet or exceed the client’s needs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to checking construction and support equipment in and out of inventory, loading and unloading rental fleet moving and organizing equipment throughout the yard, and is responsible for the washing, detailing, and maintaining rental fleet in an effort to maintain optimum availability. This position is a development opportunity for entry level candidates with mechanical aptitude and basic machine knowledge or prior technician experience at an apprentice level. The duties listed below require basic understanding and will be developed as the technician advances through the Western States Equipment Technician Career Development Plan. (TCDP)

Requirements

Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English).
Ability to obtain job related certifications for any specialty equipment including but not limited to forklifts, rigging, and overhead cranes.
Appropriate technician level tooling required.

Nice To Haves

One-year practical industry experience preferred. (i.e. Rental fleet, Mobile, and Allied equipment)
Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card and CDL, preferred.
Basic computer/typing skills and ability to learn Microsoft products.
Experience with basic hand tools.
Developing knowledge of Service Information Systems and division specific applications.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Consistent attendance with the ability to work overtime and travel, as needed.
Working within and promoting Western States’ purpose, vision and values.

Responsibilities

Checks construction and support equipment in and out of inventory.
Loads and unloads rental fleet.
Moves and organizes equipment throughout the yard.
Washes, details, and maintains rental fleet.
Identifies operational issues on construction and support equipment according to provided checklists.
Performs basic preventive maintenance and lubrication on mobile and Allied Equipment.
Safely performs machine condition inspections and general fleet maintenance.
Performs minor machine repair, as needed.
Identifies engine components and operation.
Understands undercarriage component operation and identifies issues.
Exhibits basic understanding of mobile equipment and powertrain components.
Identifies electrical system components and operation.
Exhibits basic understanding of hydraulic components and operation.
Loads, unloads, and secures rental fleet according to load securement standards.
Delivers equipment with appropriate trailer size/capacity, as needed, according to WSECO’s driving policy.
Optimizes yard organization.
Performs other duties as assigned while developing a mindset for technician productivity.
Participates in continued education and training initiatives as outlined in the Western States Equipment Technician Career Development Plan. (TCDP)
Learns how to utilize service manuals (Service Information System and parts books) to address technical issues and perform all required tasks within technician level abilities, in accordance to WSECO’s printed procedures.
Develops skill sets to address all inquiries in a prompt and friendly manner in an effort to meet or exceed internal/external client expectations.