Apprentice Technician

Wolter, Inc.•Brookfield, WI

57d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to join a dynamic team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of material handling? We are actively seeking a dynamic Apprentice Technician to join our growing team out of our Brookfield location. Since the Wolter story began in 1962, our company, like our industry, has been constantly evolving. We have grown to become one of the largest and most diverse industrial equipment and productivity solutions providers in the country. From new & used material handling equipment, service and training to robotics & automation, overhead cranes & hoists, power systems, railcar movers, storage solutions, complete engineered systems and more, Wolter is focused on improving operational productivity for its customers. Our mission is to move, store, and power the world more efficiently. You’re part of a team that is connected like family and committed to making an impact.

Requirements

Must show ability to retain knowledge of skills needed to repair powered industrial equipment
Must successfully complete any training courses required.
Must be a good communicator – written and verbal.
Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
Basic computer proficiency and laptop fundamentals.
Must own tools necessary to perform repairs, per our recommended tool list.
Must be certified to operate material handling equipment (we will provide this certification)
Commitment to company vision and mission

Responsibilities

Complete all technical schooling provided by WLT (Classroom, E-Learning, On-the-job)
Assist journeyman technicians with service jobs as assigned to you.
Develop skills to check-in and check-out our rental equipment
Develop skills needed to properly set up new equipment sold to our customers
Develop skills needed to prepare stock used equipment so that it is ready for resale, per instructions provided
Work with parts department for parts needed to complete repairs
Document all recommended additional repairs found, work with Shop Foreman or Lead Tech on preparing quote for customer
Communicate with the Shop Foreman, Shop Lead, and/or Shop Manager on any unusual service problems encountered or for any technical assistance needed.
Complete and submit all paperwork daily for jobs worked on (timecards, maintenance reports etc).
Communicate with Shop Foreman and/or lead tech as to status of jobs assigned to you
Offer assistance to other shop techs, as appropriate
Keep shop clean and organized – clean up spills (oil, etc) immediately.
Always adhere to safety rules and policies at all times.