{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d65b261851d732dc4b62e7e4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d65b261851d732dc4b62e7e4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d65b261851d732dc4b62e7e4","title":"Apprentice","description":"Position Summary\n\nThe Apprentice Shop Hand supports BOSS Crane's field operations, equipment maintenance, shop organization, and crane support activities. This entry-level position is designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to advance in the crane and rigging industry. Under the supervision of qualified personnel, the apprentice assists with rigging operations, equipment inspections, loading and unloading materials, shop maintenance, and general operational support. The employee must follow company safety policies, applicable OSHA and DOT requirements, and customer-specific safety procedures.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n1. Equipment and General Operations Support\nAssist with preparing, organizing, and staging tools, equipment, and materials for crane jobs.\nHelp check general shop equipment and supplies for visible damage or missing items, and report concerns to a supervisor.\nAssist with loading, unloading, securing, and transporting crane accessories, counterweights, mats, and job materials.\nLearn safe material-handling practices and communication procedures.\nMaintain safe distances from operating equipment and follow all designated work zones and site instructions.\nAssist with shop, yard, and jobsite cleanup and material organization.\nFollow job instructions, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and directions from the designated supervisor.\nPerform only tasks for which appropriate training and authorization have been provided.\n2. Shop Operations and Maintenance Support\nMaintain a clean, organized, and safe shop, yard, and equipment storage area.\nAssist with receiving, unloading, sorting, and organizing tools, parts, rigging gear, and supplies.\nHelp prepare equipment and materials for upcoming crane jobs and field assignments.\nAssist mechanics and shop personnel with basic maintenance, cleaning, and equipment preparation as directed.\nReport damaged, defective, missing, or unsafe equipment to the appropriate supervisor.\nHelp maintain inventory, equipment identification, and tool accountability.\nAssist with housekeeping, waste disposal, and general facility upkeep.\nUse shop tools and equipment only after receiving appropriate training and authorization.\n3. Safety and Compliance\nFollow all BOSS Crane safety policies, procedures, and training requirements.\nComply with applicable OSHA, DOT, and customer-specific requirements.\nWear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility clothing, and protective footwear as applicable.\nParticipate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, orientations, and required training.\nImmediately report hazards, near misses, incidents, injuries, and damaged equipment.\nExercise Stop Work Authority when an unsafe condition or action is identified.\nRemain alert to pinch points, suspended loads, moving equipment, overhead hazards, and changing jobsite conditions.\nDo not operate equipment or perform safety-critical tasks without required training, authorization, and supervision.\n4. Training and Apprentice Development\nParticipate in structured on-the-job training with mechanics, crane operators, and shop personnel.\nLearn rigging hardware identification, equipment inspection criteria, safe material handling, and proper storage practices.\nDevelop knowledge of crane support equipment, shop procedures, and basic job preparation.\nComplete assigned safety training, competency assessments, and company-required courses.\nDemonstrate improvement in safety awareness, reliability, communication, and technical skills.\nMaintain required training records and work toward applicable qualifications and certifications as assigned.\nMinimum Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or GED preferred.\nPrevious construction, industrial, mechanical, warehouse, or equipment-handling experience preferred but not required.\nWillingness to learn shop operations and the crane industry.\nAbility to follow instructions, communicate effectively, and work as part of a team.\nDependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.\nWillingness to work outdoors, travel to jobsites, and work overtime or varying schedules as operational needs require.\nAbility to complete required company safety training.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work on uneven surfaces for extended periods.\nAbility to lift, carry, and move materials within company-established weight limits and safe handling procedures.\nAbility to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and around industrial equipment.\nAbility to wear required PPE and safely perform assigned duties in a construction or industrial environment.\nPerformance Expectations\nFollow safety procedures and company policies.\nArrive prepared and ready to work.\nMaintain a clean and organized work area.\nProtect company equipment, tools, and materials.\nCommunicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers.\nDemonstrate initiative, accountability, and a willingness to learn.\nProgress toward assigned training and competency goals.\nRepresent BOSS Crane professionally at all times.\nAdvancement Opportunities\n\nSuccessful completion of training and demonstrated competency may provide opportunities to advance into positions such as Rigger, Senior Rigger, or other qualified operational roles, subject to company requirements, available positions, and applicable qualifications.","company":"Bennett Onsite Services","rawCompany":"bennett onsite services","city":"Longview","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-18T09:05:21.821Z","occupations":[{"code":"53-7021.00","title":"Crane and Tower Operators","slug":"crane-and-tower-operators"},{"code":"49-9096.00","title":"Riggers","slug":"riggers"},{"code":"49-3042.00","title":"Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines","slug":"mobile-heavy-equipment-mechanics-except-engines"}],"industries":[{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"},{"code":"811310","title":"Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance","slug":"commercial-and-industrial-machinery-and-equipment-except-automotive-and-electronic-repair-and-maintenance"},{"code":"238190","title":"Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors","slug":"other-foundation-structure-and-building-exterior-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Apprentice","description":"Position Summary\n\nThe Apprentice Shop Hand supports BOSS Crane's field operations, equipment maintenance, shop organization, and crane support activities. This entry-level position is designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to advance in the crane and rigging industry. Under the supervision of qualified personnel, the apprentice assists with rigging operations, equipment inspections, loading and unloading materials, shop maintenance, and general operational support. The employee must follow company safety policies, applicable OSHA and DOT requirements, and customer-specific safety procedures.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n1. Equipment and General Operations Support\nAssist with preparing, organizing, and staging tools, equipment, and materials for crane jobs.\nHelp check general shop equipment and supplies for visible damage or missing items, and report concerns to a supervisor.\nAssist with loading, unloading, securing, and transporting crane accessories, counterweights, mats, and job materials.\nLearn safe material-handling practices and communication procedures.\nMaintain safe distances from operating equipment and follow all designated work zones and site instructions.\nAssist with shop, yard, and jobsite cleanup and material organization.\nFollow job instructions, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and directions from the designated supervisor.\nPerform only tasks for which appropriate training and authorization have been provided.\n2. Shop Operations and Maintenance Support\nMaintain a clean, organized, and safe shop, yard, and equipment storage area.\nAssist with receiving, unloading, sorting, and organizing tools, parts, rigging gear, and supplies.\nHelp prepare equipment and materials for upcoming crane jobs and field assignments.\nAssist mechanics and shop personnel with basic maintenance, cleaning, and equipment preparation as directed.\nReport damaged, defective, missing, or unsafe equipment to the appropriate supervisor.\nHelp maintain inventory, equipment identification, and tool accountability.\nAssist with housekeeping, waste disposal, and general facility upkeep.\nUse shop tools and equipment only after receiving appropriate training and authorization.\n3. Safety and Compliance\nFollow all BOSS Crane safety policies, procedures, and training requirements.\nComply with applicable OSHA, DOT, and customer-specific requirements.\nWear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility clothing, and protective footwear as applicable.\nParticipate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, orientations, and required training.\nImmediately report hazards, near misses, incidents, injuries, and damaged equipment.\nExercise Stop Work Authority when an unsafe condition or action is identified.\nRemain alert to pinch points, suspended loads, moving equipment, overhead hazards, and changing jobsite conditions.\nDo not operate equipment or perform safety-critical tasks without required training, authorization, and supervision.\n4. Training and Apprentice Development\nParticipate in structured on-the-job training with mechanics, crane operators, and shop personnel.\nLearn rigging hardware identification, equipment inspection criteria, safe material handling, and proper storage practices.\nDevelop knowledge of crane support equipment, shop procedures, and basic job preparation.\nComplete assigned safety training, competency assessments, and company-required courses.\nDemonstrate improvement in safety awareness, reliability, communication, and technical skills.\nMaintain required training records and work toward applicable qualifications and certifications as assigned.\nMinimum Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or GED preferred.\nPrevious construction, industrial, mechanical, warehouse, or equipment-handling experience preferred but not required.\nWillingness to learn shop operations and the crane industry.\nAbility to follow instructions, communicate effectively, and work as part of a team.\nDependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.\nWillingness to work outdoors, travel to jobsites, and work overtime or varying schedules as operational needs require.\nAbility to complete required company safety training.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work on uneven surfaces for extended periods.\nAbility to lift, carry, and move materials within company-established weight limits and safe handling procedures.\nAbility to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and around industrial equipment.\nAbility to wear required PPE and safely perform assigned duties in a construction or industrial environment.\nPerformance Expectations\nFollow safety procedures and company policies.\nArrive prepared and ready to work.\nMaintain a clean and organized work area.\nProtect company equipment, tools, and materials.\nCommunicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers.\nDemonstrate initiative, accountability, and a willingness to learn.\nProgress toward assigned training and competency goals.\nRepresent BOSS Crane professionally at all times.\nAdvancement Opportunities\n\nSuccessful completion of training and demonstrated competency may provide opportunities to advance into positions such as Rigger, Senior Rigger, or other qualified operational roles, subject to company requirements, available positions, and applicable qualifications.","datePosted":"2026-10-18T09:05:21.821Z","dateModified":"2026-10-18T09:05:21.821Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Bennett Onsite Services","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Longview","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"d65b261851d732dc4b62e7e4"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d65b261851d732dc4b62e7e4"}}