
S.A. Comunale has been a local industry leader for end-to-end mechanical, fire protection and HVAC services for nearly 100 years.
We offer our clients significant financial strength, unmatched bonding capability, an award-winning safety program, and large-scale purchasing power.
With 15 locations and over 1,250 employees, including 600 skilled tradesmen throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, and West Virginia, S.A. Comunale can work in virtually every market sector and facility type.
Job Title: Mechanic Trainee
A Mechanic Trainee will work with our Mechanic to learn inspections, service and repairs on forklifts, scissor lifts and vehicles in keeping with Company standards.
This job requires the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced multi tasked environment with a focus towards production and personnel management.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities:
The Mechanic Trainee will be learning the following, while other duties may be assigned:
- Diagnose issues with various types of equipment (scissor lifts, light and heavy-duty trucks, off road equipment, forklifts, and vehicles)
- Make proper repairs to equipment as needed:
- Replacing spindles
- Replacing batteries (80-100lbs)
- Replacing electric motors (35-65lbs)
- Diagnosing electrical problems
- Rebuilding control boxes
- Replacing drive motors (35-65lbs)
- Making hydraulic hoses
- Pulling and replacing tires (10-100+lbs) – bar available for heavier tires
- Pulling deck extensions – 2 man
- Replacing deck and lift baskets – 2 man
- Pulling hydraulic cylinders (10-100lbs)
- Wiring
- Make recommendations regarding the state of the equipment.
- Maintaining equipment.
- Oil changes.
- Check fluid levels.
- Steam cleaning.
- Completion of weekly and annual lift inspections.
- Receive/check in parts.
- Seasonal snow removal.
- Housekeeping duties.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education / Work Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Degree in Automotive Technology or Mechanic Engineering from a trade school is a plus.
- A minimum of one year of mechanical experience is required.
- A minimum of one year experience in servicing forklifts and scissor lifts, as well as working with hydraulics and electrical circuitry is a plus.
- Mechanical aptitude is required.
- Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record is required.
Computer Skills:
- Significant experience with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel) applications required.
Required Attributes:
The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities to perform this job successfully.
- Must possess excellent customer service skills.
- Must possess strong organizational skills.
- Must demonstrate a positive attitude.
- Must develop and maintain strong business relationships.
- Must think strategically, make sound decisions, and produce accurate and timely results.
- Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employee and management.
- Must demonstrate integrity and professionalism.
- Must demonstrate commitment to company values.
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Must prioritize in a fast paced multi-task environment.
- Must have demonstrated ability to perform basic business mathematical functions.
- Must work with minimal supervision.
- Must demonstrate ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Must comply with all operating policies, procedures, executed Plans, and Programs.
We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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