Apprentice Rental Technician

at Western States Equipment Company in Missoula, Montana, United States

Description JOB DETAILS: JOB SUMMARY: The Apprentice Rental Technician is responsible for preparing the rental fleet according to Western States' client care standards in order to meet or exceed the client's needs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to checking construction and support equipment in and out of inventory, loading and unloading rental fleet moving and organizing equipment throughout the yard, and is responsible for the washing, detailing, and maintaining rental fleet in an effort to maintain optimum availability. SUCCESS AT WESTERN STATES: Western State's culture is based on passion for our Vision, Mission, and VALUES. We are fiercely committed to SAFETY and sending every employee, safely home, every day. We strive for EXCELLENCE in all we do and are proud to be a "play to win" organization. We act with INTEGRITY in each and every decision we make. Our People and TEAMWORK drive a fun and engaging culture. We are ACCOUNTABLE as individuals and as an organization. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Safety Actively cares, promotes, manages, and advocates safety at Western States. As a team member in the organization, it is critical to ensure all employees, vendors, and clients have a safe work environment while adhering to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards. Ability to complete Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's) prior to any job-related tasks according to WSECO's policy and standards. Maintains clean/clutter free personal work areas to ensure safe environment for all WSECO employees. Adhering to required personal protective equipment (PPE) as identified in safety policy. While under the direction of a Master or Journeyman Level Rental Technician, this position is a development opportunity for entry level candidates with mechanical aptitude and basic machine knowledge or prior technician experience at an apprentice level. The duties listed below require basic understanding and will be developed as the technician advances through the Western States Equipment Technician Career Development Plan. (TCDP) Diagnosis, Maintenance, and Repair Identifies operational issues on construction and support equipment according to provided checklists. Performs basic preventive maintenance and lubrication on mobile and Allied Equipment. Safely performs machine condition inspections and general fleet maintenance. Performs minor machine repair, as needed. Engines, Undercarriage, and Powertrain Identifies engine components and operation. Understands undercarriage component operation and identifies issues. Exhibits basic understanding of mobile equipment and powertrain components. Electrical and Hydraulic Identifies electrical system components and operation. Exhibits basic understanding of hydraulic components and operation. Fleet and Yard Maintenance Checks equipment in and out of inventory. Loads, unloads, and secures rental fleet according to load securement standards. Delivers equipment with appropriate trailer size/capacity, as needed, according to WSECO's driving policy. Washes, details, and maintains rental fleet while optimizing yard organization. Performs other duties as assigned while developing a mindset for technician productivity. Continued Development Participates in continued education and training initiatives as outlined in the Western States Equipment Technician Career Development Plan. (TCDP) Learns how to utilize service manuals (Service Information System and parts books) to address technical issues and perform all required tasks within technician level abilities, in accordance to WSECO's printed procedures. Develops skill sets to address all inquiries in a prompt and friendly manner in an effort to meet or exceed internal/external client expectations. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES: Basic computer/typing skills and ability to learn Microsoft products. Experience with basic hand tools. Ability to obt