Union Mechanic

Maxim Crane Works, LP • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Mechanics inspect, diagnose, maintain or repair the crane systems, from its body
to engines and electrical or computer systems. Fleet vehicles include cranes,
crane equipment, boom trucks, trailers, pickup trucks, and semis.

Why Maxim?

Our work impacts our local communities, helping transform where people live,
work and play. You'll be a part of some of the biggest, most high-profile
construction sites across the country and have the opportunity to support our
coast-to-coast team across 60 branches in the United States.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Associates or Vocational degree preferred
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• 5+ years' of mechanical experience, crane preferred, or equivalent training
• 3+ years' experience in diesel, gasoline, and propane engines
• Advanced ability to interpret instructions and blueprints
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity
• Advanced time management and communication skills
• Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and fit for duty test.
• Must be able to read and comprehend complex instructions, short correspondence and memos and the ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, booms, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, brakes and other basic components
• Operate hoists, forklifts, and/or hand trucks to handle, dismantle and reassemble heavy material and equipment
• Ability to operate and perform a thorough inspection of machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects, faults, or malfunctions and determine required repairs
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers and OEM specifications
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Fabricates, modifies, and installs special equipment or replacement parts using specialty tools
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges
• Repair, rewire, and troubleshoot electrical systems
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts on vehicles and equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• We are proud to offer day one eligibility for medical, dental and vision plans.
• We also offer paid vacation, paid holidays, paid sick time, paid parental leave, and 401(k) plans with company match made every pay period.
• Maxim has other great offerings including life insurance, AD&D, flex and health savings accounts, wellness programs, critical illness and accident plans, and short-term and long-term disability, plus employee discounts.
• Additionally, we provide opportunities to expand your skill set and knowledge base.

What This Job Offers

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