Hoist and Automation Repair Technician

CHRISTIE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Company-sponsored benefits

Job summary

Christie Lites is seeking an Hoist and Automation Repair Technician to test, repair, and maintain chain hoists and automation systems in our Kearny, NJ facility. The role includes repairing rigging equipment, recording activities, and ensuring safety and quality.

Ideal candidates have experience with lifting equipment, electronics, and service software; training will be provided. We welcome applicants from New York and New Jersey seeking a hands-on position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing electric and manual chain hoists.
• Familiarity with lifting and rigging industry equipment and safety practices.
• Comfort using MS Office and service software to document work.

Responsibilities

• Repair electric and manual chain hoists and automation products.
• Maintain rigging equipment, truss, and flight cases.
• Record repairs in Nexus Service software and upload certifications to Nexus or SharePoint.
• Inspect and certify lifting equipment as per standards.
• Order parts and manage inventory; keep work area organized and safe.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Word

OneNote

OneDrive

SharePoint

TEAMS

Analytical thinking

Creative problem solving

Customer service

Rigging knowledge

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Nexus Service software

Job description

Job Purpose

The Hoist and Automation Repair Technician repairs equipment including but not limited to: Manual and Electric chain hoists, Kinesys automation systems, and lifting and rigging equipment.

Responsibilities

1. Test, repair, and maintain electric and manual chain hoists.

2. Repair and maintain rigging equipment, truss, and flight cases.

3. Maintain the work area.

1. Repairs equipment by:

• Repairing electrical and/or mechanical faults in electric chain hoists and automation products including ancillary equipment such as power distribution and machinery control systems.
• Carry out limited electronic repairs to the circuit board level.
• Modification and upgrade of Christie Lites Official Rental Product Line equipment to Christie Lites standards as specified in the provided technical notes.
• Ordering parts required for repair.
• Inspection and Certification of lifting equipment based on regional standards and directives at designated intervals as laid out in company standards documents
• Ensure all tools and supplies are returned to proper storage at the end of the shift.
• Keep an updated inventory of parts and tools in the dept.

2. Update Software Systems by:

• Recording of all repairs in the Nexus Service software module.
• Upload all passed Certification documents to NEXUS or SharePoint.

Essential Personal Attributes for success in this role:

• Self-motivated, ability to set and meet goals.
• Mechanically and electronically inclined
• Strong organizational, planning, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent learning skills and knowledge retention
• Communication, with a passion for collaboration over confrontation.
• Quality conscious and keen attention to detail
• Excel at multi-tasking and adapting.

Essential skills for success in this role:

• Analytical, detail-oriented.
• MS Office, Excel, Word, OneNote, OneDrive, SharePoint, TEAMS
• Creative problem solving
• Reliable customer service
• Familiarity with entertainment lifting and rigging industry equipment, terminology, and safety practices.

Advantages and Training:

• Training in our in-house programs will be offered.
• Fantastic opportunity to work with an industry-leading organization.

• Starting pay:$24.00 per hour
• Standard Christie Lites benefits package, including PTO and company-sponsored benefits.
• Location: Kearny, NJ

We welcome applications from candidates based in New York and New Jersey.