Apprentice Shop Technician - Texas First Energy Solutions

Job Description

Job Description

Description

The Apprentice 1 will perform on-the-job training (OJT) while learning and developing as a technician. 

The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis:

1. Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values; 
2. Collaborate with key internal/external resources;
3. Participate in ongoing self-development.

Essential Functions

• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Gains knowledge of and assists with the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment.
• Assists with installation, repairs, maintenance, and replacement of mechanical and electrical components.
• Examines and test equipment, components, and parts to ensure proper functioning.
• Adjusts, connects, or disconnect wiring, piping, tubing, and other parts.
• Attends Technical and Soft Skill classes and successfully incorporates skills learned.
• Maintains safety training and procedures.
• Receives coaching, mentoring, and feedback from service leadership.
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance.
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic arithmetic and its applications.
• Knowledge of computer software and hardware applications.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret information.
• Ability to follow directions and guidelines.
• Ability to receive coaching, mentoring, and feedback from Service Leadership.
• Ability to learn many different types of repair procedures on a variety of mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Up to one year of relevant experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Travel: 

• Some travel and overnight stays may be expected for this position.

Physical Requirements:

• Visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination, and manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment.
• Routinely moves materials or equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
• Ascend/descend with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climb up and down ladders.
• Be able to safely maneuver and work around equipment.
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.

Work Environment:

• Regularly works indoors and outdoors around moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity.
• Uses of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
• Noise level may be loud at times and may be exposed to whole body vibration.
• Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, steam, high-pressure water, and high-speed rotating equipment. 
• May spend time in stationary, confined, and high places.

Disclaimer:

Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.