Mechanic

Position: Mechanic

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Reports to: Shop Manager

Positions Summary: Performs maintenance and repairs on cranes, semi-trucks, pickup trucks, and shop equipment. Follows all State and Federal laws while operating motor vehicles. Follows all safety and environmental policies while performing job tasks.

Essential Functions

Must be able to perform scheduled maintenance on hydraulic cranes, semi-trucks, trailer, pick-up trucks, and all other equipment.
Must be able to troubleshoot and perform repairs on all systems (electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, etc.) on cranes, semi- trucks, and other equipment.
Must be able to read, interpret, and calculate the load percentage by utilizing the load charts of the cranes owner and operation manual.
Must be able to document all maintenance and repairs performed on the equipment and file records properly.
Must be able to verbally communicate Safety issues to Customers and other workers on location before and during job task.
Reports to Supervisor and/or Lead Mechanic on completion of assigned job task for next assignment.
Must be able to program the cranes computer in proper set-up mode, set-up crane on location in a safe and professional manner.
Must be able to perform and understand proper hand signals before lifting the load.
Understands and is able to perform proper rigging techniques to ensure safe lifting of the load.
Completes payroll book daily with the hours worked. If out of town, responsible for reporting hours worked to the branch office no later than 10:00 a. m. every Monday.
If not on a job assignment, informs the supervisor and is productive by inspecting, cleaning, and performing maintenance on the equipment.
Carries and answers cell phone/pagers in a prompt manner.
Cleans, inspects, and reorganizes equipment in shop and yard. Cleans shop, washes rack and break room.
Other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications
High school diploma or GED preferred
Trade school diploma preferred
3-7 years of performing maintenance and repairs on hydraulic crane.
Must have a current Texas Department of Public Safety class C Drivers License.

Skills Required
Ability to interpret, read, and write reports in English.
Mechanical and analytical skills required.
Ability to interpret, read, and troubleshoot using schematic.
Ability to prioritize, organizes work, and meet deadlines.
Ability to operate crane by viewing hand signals.