Shop Service Technician 1 - HOLT Aerial

Shop Service Technician 1 - HOLT Aerial

Department: Holt Wind Resources (WIND)

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: HWR - Abilene

Description

The Shop Technician will play a crucial role in the performance and availability of our equipment. This position will be responsible for but not limited to the following: perform or assist with Bronto scheduled maintenance, unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, mounting, and repairs. This position will be based in Abilene, TX and you will report to the Shop Service & Assembly Manager. If at any time your status does not meet the criteria listed in the Job Requirements section, then your position and pay will be adjusted accordingly.
The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices daily: 

1. Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values;
2. Collaborate with key internal/external resources; 
3. Participate in ongoing self-development.

Essential Functions

• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Perform Bronto scheduled maintenance in accordance with checklists
• Perform or assist with large scale Bronto repairs and unscheduled maintenance
• Perform and assist with troubleshooting of the Brontos in the Abilene facility
• Perform testing on equipment after maintenance and repairs
• Assist with Bronto mounting
• Perform or assist with fabrication when needed
• Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
• Works safely always and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Demonstrates proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems
• Demonstrates good working knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems
• Experienced in mechanical principles
• Operation and control skills - Controlling operations of equipment or systems
• Equipment selection skills - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Ability to operate a conventional forklift
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in mechanical repair
• The ability to operate the controls of a machine or a vehicle quickly and repeatedly to exact positions
• The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
• The ability to read, write, and understand information
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required; three or more years preferred
• Fabrication experience is a plus
• Heavy equipment experience is a plus

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Travel:

• Must live in Abilene or surrounding area
• Must have an active and valid driver’s license acceptable by insurance standards

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
• Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina
• Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climbs up and down ladders and/or equipment
• Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work

Work Environment:

• Regularly works outdoors around moving mechanical parts
• May be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity
• Noise level may be loud at times
• Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water, and high-speed rotating equipment
• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment
• Required to perform work in cramped spaces and/or high places

Disclaimer:Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed. #HOLTDC