Description

Company: Next Equipment Rentals LLC

Position: Aerial Lift & Material Handler Equipment Technician / Mechanic

Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation:

Hourly Rate – Ranging between $32 - $42, commensurate on skill sets, knowledge base, ability, education, and experience 

Hours per week – 40 with the likelihood of overtime during seasonal peaks

Benefits:

Eligible to participate in company sponsored health insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
 

Other Benefits:

As you on-board we will be taking steps to provide for company sponsored items, including, but not limited to:

Participation in Company defined contribution retirement plan, once effective
Uniforms
Industry trainings 
 

Hours of Operations: 

      Monday through Friday

      Generally, an 8 hour workday ranging between either;

o   7 AM – 3 PM 

o   8 AM – 4 PM

      When circumstances dictate and with notification there may be after-hours service calls.  (generally infrequent in occurrence)

Key Responsibilities:

Champion preventive maintenance programs including tracking and monitoring to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair aerial lift and material handling machinery and equipment.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
Coordinate with operations and dispatch department to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
Manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies.
Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, equipment status, and repairs.
Collaborate with management to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.

Requirements

Description of Duties:

As an In-shop/Road Tech Mechanic you’ll use your skills to perform maintenance and repairs of complex aerial lift and material handling equipment with limited or no supervision in a highly skilled, safe, and professional manner. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and ambition, you’ll have the potential to work towards leadership roles in our Service Department. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers.

      Maintenance and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on a variety of rental and customer equipment and tools while using a high degree of independent judgment

      When required, travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance of rental or customer owned equipment; must maintain service vehicle in a clean and professional manner

      Assist in the training of lower-level technicians as needed

      Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work performed through service & repair orders in a complete and timely manner and on a daily basis. This includes tracking of time and parts and providing for explanations of diagnosis, repairs and resolution for billable jobs.

      Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts

      Other duties assigned as needed

      Develop background knowledge and become familiar with the equipment the Company offers, as well as equipment the Company will be servicing for customer owned units.

      Develop an understanding of maintenance cycles, recommended oils & lubricants, and common failure parts & consumables to keep in stock.

      Track maintenance performed on each unit by fleet number and maintain documentation.  

      Assist in stocking shop, and service truck with tools, consumables and parts needed.

      Perform ANSI inspections in accordance with manufacture forms as needed annually on each aerial lift.

      Perform inspection and repairs on equipment that is in return status line. Utilize tag in / lock out procedures as appropriate for any damage, repairs needed, and rental status.

      Perform daily preparation for equipment going out on rental the next day. Provide for updates to status boards, and complete & submit related inspection forms to the main office.

Qualifications:

      High School diploma or equivalent

      Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

      5+ years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment and tools

      Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools

      Knowledge of construction equipment and strong mechanical background knowledge of various engines

      Understanding of schematics and diagrams

      Preferred that most tools applicable to position are owned by the candidate

      Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills

      Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.

      This position is deemed safety sensitive for purposes of our Company policies and procedures

Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability best practices.
Understanding of safety protocols and use of PPE in the shop and within the job site environment.
Strong problem-solving skill set with the ability to work and meet deadlines.
Good Organizational, time management and communication skills.
 

Next Equipment Rentals, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point of the application process please contact [email protected].