Hoist Mechanic

TAIT Towers is the Market Leader in designing, constructing, and delivering world-class solutions for live experiences.

Whether it’s creating awe-inspiring spectaculars, complex touring stages, theatre engineering solutions, brand activations or cruise ship installations, TAIT delivers world-class solutions for live experiences. With its proprietary entertainment automation platform, custom-made products, and creative engineering, TAIT’s cutting-edge offerings continue to advance industry standards and exceed client expectations. As a global network of over 900 employees in 14 office locations, TAIT has worked on projects in over 30 countries, all 7 continents and even outer space. TAIT’s diverse group of clients include Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, The Metropolitan Opera House, NASA, National Geographic, Beyoncé, and The Olympics.

Position Purpose

The Assets team manages the company fleet of reusable rentals items. This includes tracking, storage, maintenance, and preparation of large stock items across multiple locations. The Hoist Mechanic will ensure all required hoist inspections and maintenance plans/programs are implemented for our rental fleet. They will help enable the Assets team to deliver stage machinery to projects efficiently and professionally.

Essential Responsibilities/Accountabilities

•    Interpret schematics, drawings, and manufacturer guidelines in order to achieve the desired results
•    Prepare, assemble, test and maintain chain hoists
•    Service, test and modify chain hoists to ensure the assets can be delivered to a high standard of quality and reliability. Perform any required modifications
•    Be responsible for the satisfactory delivery of hoists to other departments on time and on budget
•    Identify and propose ideas and solutions that will improve the build quality or efficiency
•    Use asset management systems to keep current and accurate records
•    Maintain tools, work areas. and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion; perform and document periodic inspections of all machines
•    Support a safe working environment and follow safe working practices
•    Continue technical knowledge through training and mentorship
•    Maintain an understanding of entertainment standards

Minimum Qualifications

•    Mechanical background 
•    Familiarity with chain hoists and their operation
•    ETCP, CM Hoist, or other similar certification
•    Experience using hand and power tools
•    Understanding of entertainment standards and regulations regarding overhead lifting a plus
•    Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documents
•    Ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical and electrical issues
•    Prior experience with Navigator automation platform a plus
•    Ability to communicate effectively and succinctly to people entering the department.
•    Ability to problem solve as needed.
•    Effective oral and written communication skills 
•    Capacity to work independently, and as a member of a small team 
•    Ability to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
•    Flexibility with work schedule, including some holidays and alternate shifts as required; ability to work OT (more than 40 hours) in any given week as needed

Working Conditions and Physical Effort
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to frequently walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, stoop, and kneel each day. Specific requirements are:

•    Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
•    Must be able to lift or move 50 lbs.
•    Must be able to carry 50 lbs.
•    Must be able to pull or push 50 lbs.
•    Must be able to reach overhead
•    Must be able to work in small, sometimes awkward spaces and positions

Work conditions of the role are:
•    Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and loud noises
•    Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions
•    Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work within or visit areas where required. This includes, safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, safety toe shoes, and other PPE as required by the location