Apprentice Technician - Corpus Christi

About the role

The Technician is a heavy equipment mechanic that specializes in maintaining and repairing cranes. This position may perform routine maintenance, such as lubricating parts, as well as fixing problems when the crane malfunctions. The Technician works in a safety‑first environment and is required to be on‑call, providing after‑hour or weekend service as needed for HCSG’s 24/7 operations.

Responsibilities

• Be on‑call and provide after‑hour services as required.
• Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and upgrade industrial hoists and cranes in the field at customer locations.
• Perform OSHA‑required hoist and crane inspections and generate inspection reports and repair orders.
• Communicate with the Service Manager and Branch Manager to schedule and complete work daily.
• Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles safely and responsibly.
• Notify immediate supervisor of any deficiencies.
• Maintain ability to work in a team environment.
• Attend company‑provided trainings and seminars as required.
• Participate in HCSG’s 5 Marks program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 0‑2 years of crane experience in an industrial facility.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Commitment to working and driving safely.
• Willingness to work off the ground at various heights.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate well and work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs daily and up to 100 lbs rarely.
• Frequent climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, overhead reaching, bending, squatting, and prolonged standing/sitting (≈90% of the time).
• Occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, and crawling.
• Good hand‑eye coordination.
• Work at heights exceeding 50 feet regularly.
• Travel 20‑50% of the time, willingness to work various shifts including on‑call and overtime, and possible out‑of‑town travel.
• Ability to work inside or outside in extreme hot or cold temperatures (summer >120 °F).
• Exposure to noise, heights, fumes, dust, and odors.

Qualifications

• Vocational/technical training certificate (preferred).
• Some electrical and mechanical knowledge.
• Knowledge of hand tools and/or possession of hand tools.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug test and background check (DISA) and submit to random and annual drug testing as required.

Skills

• Basic computer proficiency.
• Effective communication.
• Teamwork and independent work capability.
• Hand‑eye coordination.