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Crane Technician with Hoist & Crane Service Group

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Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
151 - 180 days
Locations
3 locations in Texas
Job locations
Alabama, Florida, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia

About the program

Hoist Technicians are heavy equipment mechanics that specializes in maintaining and repairing cranes. This position may perform routine maintenance, like lubricating parts, as well as fixing other problems when the crane malfunction. The Technician position works in a safety-first type of environment. * * * Opportunities available in:San Antonio TXHouston TXBeaumont TXLongview TXDallas TXNew Orleans LAMobile ALJacksonville FLSummerville / Charleston SCCharlotte NCNashville TNRichmond VAMorgantown PACincinnati OHCleveland OHDetroit MIMerrillville IN (close to Chicago)

Jobs this program prepares you for

Hoist & crane Technician candidates will learn how to: - Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and upgrade industrial hoists and cranes in the field at customer locations. - Perform OSHA required hoist and crane inspections and generating inspection reports and repair orders. - Communicate with the Service Manager and Branch Manager during the day so that work can be scheduled and completed on a daily basis. - Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles in a safe and responsible manner. Notify immediate supervisor of any deficiencies.* * * Opportunities available in:San Antonio TXHouston TXBeaumont TXLongview TXDallas TXNew Orleans LAMobile ALJacksonville FLSummerville / Charleston SCCharlotte NCNashville TNRichmond VAMorgantown PACincinnati OHCleveland OHDetroit MIMerrillville IN (close to Chicago)

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

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