Site Technician - Nuclear - Lower Alloways Creek, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community, and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work .

POSITION SUMMARY                                     

Do you have an interest in becoming an experienced electrical or mechanical technician? Are you able and capable of working at extreme heights?  Konecranes has many opportunities open across the United States that we are looking to fill with mechanically inclined individuals. At Konecranes, technicians are the heart of our industry. Our technicians work in a safety-first type of environment and don’t mind heights or working on mechanical parts. As a technician, you will be working with 480 3 phase motors, troubleshooting issues with our cranes, and working with clients and facility directors to ensure that our clients are properly being taken care of.  Our service technicians have the opportunity to experience new and challenging situations with each job.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform maintenance and repairs, modernization and installation activities on electric overhead traveling cranes at a nuclear power plant.  This is a dedicated site position, reporting to the same location each work day. 
• Conduct extensive on-site electrical, mechanical and electronic troubleshooting to determine cause for equipment malfunction and establish the necessary repairs utilizing visual inspection, test procedures and appropriate test equipment. Document findings and make corrective recommendations to the home office including a written Safety Summary of any observed or known safety concerns, if appropriate. Complete and provide proper checklist and required forms for each service, obtaining the customer's signature on appropriate forms to document acceptance.
• Read, understand and apply the contents of all OSHA, ASME, NOG, ANSI, CMAA, HMI and other codes or regulations pertaining to our industry. Refresh and update knowledge periodically.
• Complete service reports and other required and appropriate documents in a professional, accurate, neat and legible manner and submit same in a timely manner and in accordance with established guidelines.
• Maintain regular communication with the service office and Service Supervisor, in accordance with established practices.
• Maintain all company issued equipment, vehicle (if applicable) and assets in a safe and proper working order. Operate tools, equipment and vehicles in a safe and responsible manner. Notify supervisor of any deficiencies for resolution.
• Follow all established safety rules and procedures, including those established by the customer.
• Maintain company vehicle (if applicable) and uniforms in a clean and presentable manner.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings/trainings
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Skills needed to perform the job well.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. An Associate's degree in Industrial Electrical/Mechanical Technology or related field or equivalent vocational/technical training and experience is a plus.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience involving advanced electrical troubleshooting and mechanical repair of electric overhead cranes is required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have and maintain a good driving record, including a valid driver's license. Must be willing and able to work at elevations and must be able to pass background checks that are required to gain access to nuclear power plants and secure government facilities. Must be able to work varied overtime, as required by customer, and be able to travel and work away from home for extended periods of time.

What we offer:

Salary: $35 - $45 an hour - Pay is determined based on skills, geographic location, internal equity, market/data analysis, number of years of prior relevant experience, degrees and/or certifications, technical assessment score, etc. 

Company Vehicle: Our Service Technicians get a work truck and a gas card to be used for business purposes. Candidates must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.

Sick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes moves what matters . Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.