Apprentice Technician - Houston

Hoist & Crane Service Group•Houston, TX

17h

About The Position

The Apprentice Technician is a heavy equipment mechanic specializing in maintaining and repairing cranes. The role includes routine maintenance, such as lubricating parts, and diagnosing and fixing crane malfunctions. Technicians work in a safety-first environment and provide service at customer locations. HCSG operates 24/7, so technicians must be available on call and provide after-hours or weekend service as customer needs require. The position involves travel, work at heights, and working various shifts to accommodate branch and customer needs.

Requirements

0–2 years of crane experience in an industrial facility.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Commitment to working and driving safely.
Willingness to work off the ground at various heights.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to communicate well and work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds daily and up to 100 pounds on rare occasions.
Ability to perform frequent climbing, balancing, stooping or crouching, overhead reaching, bending, squatting, and prolonged standing and sitting; occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, and crawling.
Ability to travel 20–50%, work various shifts, and work on call and overtime.
Willingness to travel out of town as required by the company.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check (DISA), and submit to random and annual drug testing as required.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical training certificate.
Some electrical and mechanical knowledge.
Knowledge of hand tools and/or possession of hand tools.

Responsibilities

Be available on call and provide after-hours service as required.
Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and upgrade industrial hoists and cranes at customer locations.
Perform OSHA-required hoist and crane inspections and generate inspection reports and repair orders.
Communicate with the Service Manager and Branch Manager during the day so work can be scheduled and completed.
Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles safely and responsibly.
Notify the immediate supervisor of deficiencies.
Work with others in a team environment.
Attend company-provided training and seminars as required.
Participate in the HCSG 5 Marks program.
Perform other duties as assigned.