Millwright Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $38.00 - CA$56.00

About Us :

Bigfoot is a small non-union, incredibly diverse company. We provide rentals, sales and service for numerous products such as : Self-Erecting Tower Cranes, Traditional Tower Cranes, Construction Hoists and Roof Top Derrick Cranes. We offer our employees the opportunity to expand their skillset and training in many different areas. Many of our employees achieve formal certifications including Electrician, Millwright and Elevating Device Mechanic. Being a small diverse company, we also require diverse employees who are interested in working in various aspects of our service business. We provide competitive wages and comprehensive benefits in a strong team environment with a culture high in honesty and integrity.

Job Overview :

We are looking for candidates that are responsible for servicing and maintaining cranes, hoists and associated parts on and off sites. They must be a team player, work closely with fellow employees and be responsible for the safety of themselves and others. The primary duties will be mainly to do with cranes, hoists and their components, with a focus on Port and Construction hoists. There will be additional duties that the candidate may be required to do at the yard or on job sites. All work will be done in accordance with TSBC (Technical Safety BC) rules and regulations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Ability to work independently without supervision while meeting or exceeding goals and objectives set out by management.
• Perform electrical and mechanical diagnostics, including troubleshooting motors, brakes, gearboxes, and control systems.
• Able to do engine oil changes, replace bearings, use pullers, grease bearings.
• Technical knowledge of hoists, self-erecting and tower cranes.
• Effective use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to effectively operate equipment such as forklifts and self-erecting cranes in a safe manner.
• Work closely with and maintain a good working relationship with all stakeholders
• Loading and unloading hoists, cranes and accessories in the yard or on job sites.
• Participate in ongoing training and skills development as required.
• Perform preventative scheduled maintenance and repairs to ensure safe and proper working order of hoists and cranes.
• Complete all paperwork neatly and clearly at the end of each project to keep accurate and professional service records.
• Commitment to Bigfoot Cranes safety culture; responsible for personal safety and the safety of co-workers.
• Attend site visits with customers prior to hoist installations, jumps and removals to ensure that site is ready for our services.
• Understand and comply with all Bigfoot Crane policies and procedures.
• Complete daily paperwork on time and with impeccable quality.
• Follow daily direction from Bigfoot Service Advisor.
• Work with TSBC inspectors on hoist inspections and rectify deficiencies.
• Achieve and hold current fall protection training as well as high angle rescue certificates.
• Keep service vehicles clean and organized.
• Ensure service vehicle inventory is stocked and parts are managed daily as per Bigfoot inventory program.
• Be available by phone for Service Advisors as it relates to hoist emergencies. After hours / weekend callouts to local clients may be required.
• Must be able to travel and stay lengths of time on the road.
• Participate in ongoing training and skills development as required.
• Compliance with Bigfoot Crane Company Inc. policies and procedures which will be developed or updated from time to time.
• All other duties assigned.
• Provide routine support for Port and Construction Hoists as part of regular responsibilities.
• Maintain, service, and repair tower cranes, self-erecting cranes, construction elevators, generators, and related equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS :