Equipment Maintenance Technician (Hazelwood, MO)

LIFTING GEAR HIRE CORP • Hazelwood, MO

7m • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1990, LGH is a leading company in the hoisting and rigging equipment rental industry, providing equipment essential for the installation, maintenance, and repair of various structures, from bridges to sports stadiums. LGH is seeking a mechanically inclined individual to join their team. This role is crucial for maintaining the company's rental equipment to ensure its immediate availability and safe utilization.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License with good driving record and the ability to meet insurance underwriting guidelines required.
• DOT certification required upon commencement of employment (at LGH expense); certification must be maintained.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 55 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical background or aptitude strongly preferred.
• Hand and power tool experience desired.
• Experience working on air hoists, comealongs, manual hoists, electric hoists or other rigging equipment beneficial, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare rental equipment orders and conduct inspections to ensure compliance with our quality standards.
• Disassemble, troubleshoot, repair, reassemble and test various types of electrical, hand operated, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on rental equipment.
• Operate forklift to load and unload delivery vehicles and transport equipment within the warehouse as part of daily operations.
• Drive company vehicles to transport rental orders in a safe and timely manner.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, sick, and vacation time
• full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, basic life insurance, plus additional optional voluntary benefits
• vested 401(k) with 5% company match
• continual, comprehensive, industry-leading training program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED