Overhead Crane Technician Apprentice - Hands-On Training

STRIVE Recruitment Inc.; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Profit-sharing program

Tool and safety boot allowance

Ongoing training and development

Career growth opportunities

Team-focused environment

Job summary

STRIVE Recruitment Inc. Lancaster, NY is seeking an Overhead Crane Service Technician – Apprentice to join our field team.

You will assist with installation, repair, inspection, and preventative maintenance of overhead cranes, hoists, and other material handling equipment, gaining hands-on field experience in a manufacturing setting. The role values a strong electrical and mechanical background, willingness to troubleshoot, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on electrical experience.
• Secondary school diploma or high school equivalent as a minimum.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Welding experience is considered an asset.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in elevated areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting and inspecting equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
• Work within a team environment to accomplish service and maintenance goals.
• Assist with inspections of hoists, cranes, systems, chain falls, and pullers.
• Assist with ordering parts and maintaining inventory; complete maintenance reports and documentation.
• Assist with crane inspections, repairs, installations, and breakdown calls.
• Adjust equipment and assist with repairing or replacing defective parts.
• Assist with preventative maintenance on overhead cranes and material handling equipment.
• Follow safe working practices and company safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Team player

Communication skills

Physically fit

Welding (asset)

Overhead crane knowledge (asset)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

STRIVE Recruitment Inc. Lancaster, NY is seeking an Overhead Crane Service Technician – Apprentice to join our field team.

You will assist with installation, repair, inspection, and preventative maintenance of overhead cranes, hoists, and other material handling equipment, gaining hands-on field experience in a manufacturing setting. The role values a strong electrical and mechanical background, willingness to troubleshoot, and a commitment to safety.