Alexander is 26 years old and in his third year of training as a Mechatronics Technician in service at Konecranes. His daily routine? Diverse, technically demanding—and occasionally accompanied by a four-legged colleague.
“I wanted a hands-on job where I’d be on the move and working with different people every day,” Alexander explains. That’s exactly what his apprenticeship at Konecranes offers: a blend of technology and practice, combining electrical engineering, mechanics, and IT. “As a mechatronics technician, you learn from all areas—that’s what makes it exciting.”
The path hasn’t always been easy. His biggest challenge? “Definitely preparing for the final exams—both theoretical and practical.” But those challenges are what make the experience so rewarding.
One of his standout moments was programming for the first part of the final exam—in a language neither he nor his colleagues had used before. “It was a real challenge—but also a great success.” On a personal level, he values the daily interaction with fellow trainees—and the training dog who brings a smile to everyone’s face.
Right now, Alexander is out in the field every day, gaining hands-on experience for his future role as a service technician. And that’s exactly where he sees himself after the apprenticeship: “I want to work as a service technician—maybe even at an international location someday.”
What makes the apprenticeship at Konecranes special for him? “The company vehicle that takes us straight to the customer. The variety of locations—workshop, vocational school, customer sites. And our trainer, who supports us not just professionally, but personally too.” Add to that a wide range of training courses, great colleagues—and yes, a very sweet dog.
Alexander’s story shows: if you love technology, enjoy being on the move, and value a strong team, Konecranes offers more than just an apprenticeship—it offers a real future.
