Hoist and Automation Repair Technician

Job Purpose
The Hoist and Automation Repair Technician repairs equipment including but not limited to: Manual and Electric chain hoists, Kinesys automation systems, and lifting and rigging equipment.

Responsibilities

• Test, repair, and maintain electric and manual chain hoists.
• Repair and maintain rigging equipment, truss, and flight cases.
• Maintain the work area.

1. Repairs equipment by:

• Repairing electrical and/or mechanical faults in electric chain hoists and automation products including ancillary equipment such as power distribution and machinery control systems.
• Carry out limited electronic repairs to the circuit board level.
• Modification and upgrade of Christie Lites Official Rental Product Line equipment to Christie Lites standards as specified in the provided technical notes.
• Ordering parts required for repair.
• Inspection and Certification of lifting equipment based on regional standards and directives at designated intervals as laid out in company standards documents
• Ensure all tools and supplies are returned to proper storage at the end of the shift.
• Keep an updated inventory of parts and tools in the dept.

2. Update Software Systems by:

• Recording of all repairs in the Nexus Service software module.
• Upload all passed Certification documents to NEXUS or SharePoint.

Essential Personal Attributes for success in this role:

• Self-motivated, ability to set and meet goals.
• Mechanically and electronically inclined
• Strong organizational, planning, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent learning skills and knowledge retention
• Communication, with a passion for collaboration over confrontation.
• Quality conscious and keen attention to detail
• Excel at multi-tasking and adapting.

Essential skills for success in this role:

• Analytical, detail-oriented.
• MS Office, Excel, Word, OneNote, OneDrive, SharePoint, TEAMS
• Creative problem solving
• Reliable customer service
• Familiarity with entertainment lifting and rigging industry equipment, terminology, and safety practices.

Advantages and Training:

• Training in our in-house programs will be offered.
• Fantastic opportunity to work with an industry-leading organization.
• Starting pay: $24.00 per hour
• Standard Christie Lites benefits package, including PTO and company-sponsored benefits.
• Location: Kearny, NJ. We welcome applications from candidates based in New York and New Jersey.