Preventative Maintenance Mechanic - Elevator/Conveyor

American Equipment; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Equipment is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Mechanic to join our Omaha branch. This role involves maintaining and repairing electric overhead cranes and requires strong knowledge of AC/DC theory. Ideal candidates will have a background in electro-mechanical maintenance and be committed to safety. Enjoy competitive wages, benefits programs, and a supportive work environment in a company with over 50 years in the industry.

Benefits

80 hours PTO

Yearly stipend for safety boots up to $150

Tool Reimbursement Program up to $500 annually

Employee Referral Bonus: $2000

Company service vehicle

Cell phone

Credit card for fuel

Three Medical Plan offerings through Cigna

FSA & HSA options for healthcare

4% Matching 401K

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in electro-mechanical maintenance.
• Knowledge of AC/DC theory and 480VAC 3 phase motor control systems.
• Willingness to work overtime and travel.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on electric overhead traveling cranes.
• Consult with customers on repair and safety issues.
• Document service reports accurately.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electro-mechanical maintenance

Communication skills

Safety commitment

Education

A.A. degree or equivalent vocational training

Job description

Preventative Maintenance Mechanic - Elevator/Conveyor

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Description:

American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading overhead crane solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to grow and set ourselves apart from the competition is the result of a tried and true philosophy – take care of our customers and take care of our people.

We also believe that our people matter, which is why we are committed to providing our team members with competitive wages, attractive benefit offerings, and abundant training offerings. As one of the fastest growing companies in our industry, new opportunities are regularly available that enable our team members to develop, grow, and pursue their career passions.

Position Summary:

American Equipment, a leader in in-house crane fabrication, parts, service, and material handling is hiring for Preventive Maintenance Mechanics who have experience working on Elevators (Residential or Industrial) or Conveyor Belt Systems for our Omaha, NE branch.

This role would be using the skills you have gained working on Conveyors or Elevators and would be applied to working on Overhead Cranes.

Join our team and be part of a 50+ year legacy to provide unmatched customer service! We find that candidates with this type of skill set do very well here at American Equipment and we would be highly interested in speaking with you if you are looking at career options.

Responsibilities:

• Perform on-site preventative maintenance, repairs, and modernizations on electric overhead traveling cranes
• Spend time consulting with customers on repair and safety related issues
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and breakdowns.
• Generate sales leads during service calls
• Accurately and neatly document on the service report for the work performed.
• New crane wiring, assembly, installation, and start-up.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Travel may be required. Work vehicle provided.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of AC/DC theory, as well as the ability to troubleshoot 480VAC 3 phase motor control systems. A.A. degree or Equivalent vocational-training or experience is preferred.
• A minimum of 2-year hands-on electro-mechanical maintenance
• Aptitude for both electrical and mechanical environments as well as familiarity with mechanical and electrical equipment
• Willingness to work overtime
• Possession of a valid driver's license with good driving record
• Must pass drug-screen and background check
• Strong communication skills
• Proven commitment to safety
• Comfort with working at heights
• Experience in Variable Frequency drives and PLC programming a plus
• Crane maintenance experience a plus.

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call or Overtime possible

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Bonuses

• 80 hours PTO
• Yearly stipend for safety boots up to $150
• Tool Reimbursement Program up to $500 annually
• Employee Referral Bonus: $2000
• Company service vehicle
• Cell phone
• Credit card for fuel
• Three Medical Plan offerings through Cigna
• FSA & HSA options for healthcare
• Critical Illness, Accidental, and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Dental
• Vision
• STD & LTD
• Basic & Voluntary Life AD&D
• 4% Matching 401K
• Company provided PPE

American Equipment Holdings is an organization of leading overhead crane and hoist, industrial weighing, and below-the-hook service providers in the United States. Together, our companies provide comprehensive solutions for everything related to customers' overhead crane and hoist, rigging, and weighing and measurement needs, including OSHA mandated inspections, preventative maintenance and repair field services, parts, engineering, ISO certified fabrication, new and replacement equipment, automated systems, system modernizations and training. American Equipment Holdings is one the largest and fastest growing companies in our space with more than 800 dedicated team members that serve thousands of customers throughout the United States.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Requirements:

Compensation details: 25-42 Hourly Wage

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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