Shop Crane Tech Trainee

Manitowoc • Omaha, NE

7d • $25 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Crane Tech Trainee works at MGX Equipment Services’ Omaha branch and reports to the Service Manager. Under the guidance of the Service Manager and other shop technicians, the trainee takes on basic assignments to learn the responsibilities of a Shop Crane Technician and helps technicians perform inspections and repairs. The trainee also checks that tools and equipment are in working order and performs other duties as assigned.

A customized training plan and career path are provided within the first week of employment, outlining opportunities for growth and advancement. The position offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days of continuous service and eligibility for a Tool Reimbursement Program of up to $1,500 per calendar year. The stated hourly pay range is $25.00–$32.90 for non-bargaining employees, depending on skills and qualifications, with bi-weekly pay.

This is a full-time position with typical working hours between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Overtime and weekend work may be possible depending on business conditions. The work environment may involve extreme temperatures, varied weather, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises. Physical demands include occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as frequent lifting or moving of up to 40 pounds. Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical background and related experience with electrical systems and hydraulics.
• Self-starter with initiative to advance.
• Ability and desire to provide excellent customer service.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• May be required to travel to other locations for cross-training.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including frequent lifting or moving of up to 40 pounds and occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to work in conditions involving extreme temperatures, varied weather, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, or loud noises.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a general laborer or yard worker in the construction or heavy equipment industry.

Responsibilities

• Learn Shop Crane Technician responsibilities by taking on basic assignments under the guidance of the Service Manager and other shop technicians.
• Help shop technicians perform inspections and repairs.
• Inspect tools and equipment to ensure they are in working order.
• Perform job functions safely and use required personal protective equipment.
• Follow job-specific and facility-wide safety and health procedures and rules.
• Participate in safety and health training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Bring safety and health issues, unsafe acts, and safety suggestions to management’s attention, or correct those that can be addressed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $2,500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days of continuous service.
• Tool Reimbursement Program of up to $1,500 per calendar year.
• Competitive total rewards package, including benefits and 401(k) beginning on the first day of employment.
• Continuing education and training opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify.
• Vacation and holiday pay.
• Paid parental leave.
• Team-building, engagement events, and community involvement.
• Scholarship Program.

What This Job Offers

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