Equipment Mechanic; Booms & Telehandlers

Equipment Mechanic (Booms & Telehandlers)

Well-established, busy and profitable aerial lift re-rental company has career opportunity available for a skilled and experienced Equipment Mechanic to assess, troubleshoot, and repair various pieces of aerial construction equipment. The position is located at our Cleburne, TX repair facility.

Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, repair and perform preventative maintenance on articulating booms, ultra booms, spider lifts, and heavy-capacity & rotational telehandlers
• Perform initial repair inspections and operational tests of equipment
• Perform service, repairs, and preventive maintenance as required
• Perform hydraulic, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting; run related diagnostics; rebuild hydraulic cylinders, replace worn/damaged parts and fluids
• Create accurate repair lists with assistance of a Fleet Service Specialist
• Perform (ANSI-required) annual inspections on man lifts

Requirements:

• 6+ years' mechanic/repair experience
• 3+ years' aerial work platform equipment experience (on boom lifts, ultra-booms, telehandlers, and even spider lifts)
• An intermediate-to-advanced level of hydraulic & mechanical & electrical troubleshooting; a solid understanding of gas & diesel engines and electric motors
• A valid drivers’ license (and a good driving record)
• A good work ethic and a positive attitude
• A willingness to learn, to grow your skills, and to apply technical training concepts to real-world equipment needs
• Demonstrated abilities to professionally work & communicate with and update others
• The abilities to produce quality workmanship and to work in a safe manner
• The computer skills to effectively enter & transmit data; to open, read & respond to e-mail

Preferred Candidates Will Possess:

• Construction equipment repair (or rental) industry experience
• Knowledge of aerial construction equipment, and units' application and safe use
• Previous factory/manufacturer training and/or certification
• Communication skills – the ability to positively interact with, update and partner with your Fleet Service Manager
• A commercial driver’s license is helpful

Wage range from $34 - $39 per hour, dependent upon qualifications. Compensation will be commensurate with specifically-related experience.

USM ReRents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status. US Markets, Inc. complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at  (ext. 347).