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Electrical Hoist Technician
Columbus McKinnon. Assemble, configure, test and repair electric chain hoists using instructions, wiring diagrams and drawings .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in assembling, configuring, and repairing electric chain hoists, with a strong focus on technical troubleshooting, adherence to safety regulations, and effective communication of technical specifications. Proficient in developing standard operating procedures and maintaining a clean and efficient workshop environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Electric Chain Hoist AssemblyPanel And Machine WiringTechnical TroubleshootingHealth And Safety ComplianceLOLER Competent Person
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Hard Skills
Electric Chain Hoist RepairElectrical Drawings InterpretationFault FindingElectro-Mechanical Equipment RepairStandard Operating Procedures Development
Soft Skills
Effective Workload PrioritizationProblem-Solving AbilityTraining And Mentoring
Tools & Technologies
5S MethodologyLean PracticesEHS Standards
Certifications & Qualifications
HNC QualificationNVQ Safety/Competency CertificationsCertified Trade Apprenticeship
Industry Keywords
Lifting EquipmentHealth And Safety RegulationsTechnical SpecificationsWarehouse Operations
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAssembly
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Assemble, configure, test and repair electric chain hoists using instructions, wiring diagrams and drawings
- Perform final product inspections before dispatch and complete product checklists
- Fit handles, hooks, chain bags, pendants and other hoist components
- Support internal colleagues with technical enquiries about specifications, use, applications, damage, faults and warranties
- Troubleshoot and resolve product quality, safety and efficiency problems
- Develop standard operating procedures and ensure adherence in the assembly bay
- Maintain a clean and tidy 5S workshop and participate in EHS, 5S, Lean and cleaning projects
- Support cycle counts, stock takes and manufacturing layout or storage changes
- Contribute to general warehouse operations and perform other duties within the role's scope
Requirements
What you’ll need- Time served electrical and/or mechanical fitter (preferred but not essential)
- HNC qualification or certified trade apprenticeship
- Minimum grade 5/C or higher in both Maths and English at GCSE
- Relevant NVQ or EAL safety/competency certifications
- LOLER competent person (desirable)
- Extensive experience in panel and machine wiring
- Ability to work confidently from electrical drawings
- Experience with fault finding and repairs of electro-mechanical equipment
- Demonstrable health and safety, technical and regulatory knowledge
- Knowledge of lifting equipment preferable
- Effective workload and task prioritisation
- Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
- Ability to train and become a fire warden/member of the fire team
- Adherence to legal and Company health and safety and quality policies/procedures
Benefits
Comp & perks- Internal/external training to maintain and enhance product knowledge
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- Drug Free Workplace