Apprentice Service Technician

Crane 1 Services; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

Cell phone

PPE & boots

Bonus incentives

Health benefits starting Day 1

401(k) with company match

PTO 80 hours Year 1

Tuition reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Referral bonus

Job summary

Crane 1 Services in Knoxville, TN seeks Apprentice Service Technicians to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair cranes, lifting equipment, and industrial machinery. Experience on overhead, mobile, crawler, and tower cranes is valued, with strong electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical troubleshooting skills for field diagnostics.

The role offers $20-$30/hr based on experience, overtime on Saturdays, double-time on Sundays, company truck, PPE, benefits from day 1, 401(k) match, vacation,

Qualifications

• 0-3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing cranes, heavy equipment, industrial machinery.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting experience, including motor controls, 480V systems, VFDs.
• Hydraulic troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Mechanical repair and diagnostic skills.
• Understanding of OSHA and ANSI safety standards.
• Read electrical schematics and hydraulic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on cranes, hoists, lifting equipment, and industrial machinery.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot motor controls, VFDs, AC/DC systems, hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, and related components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Document equipment conditions and provide repair and safety recommendations to customers.
• Complete service reports and inspection documentation accurately.
• Work safely at heights and in industrial or construction environments.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Read schematics

Valid driver's license

Job description

Crane 1 Services is seeking experienced Apprentice Service Technicians to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair cranes, lifting equipment, and industrial machinery. We welcome candidates with experience working on overhead cranes, mobile cranes, crawler cranes, tower cranes, construction equipment, heavy equipment, hoists, hydraulic systems, and other electromechanical equipment. The ideal candidate has strong electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical troubleshooting skills and enjoys working in the field to diagnose and solve complex equipment issues safely and efficiently.

Why Work for Crane 1

• $20-$30hr based on experience


• Time-and-a-half on Saturdays


• Double-time on Sundays


• Company truck, cell phone, PPE, and boot program


• Rapid Quote Bonus Incentive Program


• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting Day 1


• 401(k) with company match


• 80 hours vacation/PTO in Year 1


• Tuition reimbursement


• Advancement opportunities into Sales or Management


• Referral bonuses up to $2,500

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on cranes, hoists, lifting equipment, and industrial machinery.


• Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.


• Troubleshoot motor controls, VFDs, AC/DC systems, hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, and related components.


• Read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical drawings.


• Document equipment conditions and provide repair and safety recommendations to customers.


• Complete service reports and inspection documentation accurately.


• Work safely at heights and in industrial or construction environments.

Qualifications

• 0-3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing cranes, heavy equipment, construction equipment, industrial machinery, or similar electromechanical systems.


• Strong electrical troubleshooting experience, including motor controls, 480V systems, VFDs, and industrial controls.


• Hydraulic troubleshooting and repair experience.


• Mechanical repair and diagnostic skills.


• Understanding of OSHA and ANSI safety standards.


• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally for customer service calls.


• Ability to work occasional overtime, weekends, and participate in an on-call rotation.

Candidates with backgrounds in overhead crane service, mobile crane repair, tower crane maintenance, heavy equipment service, construction equipment, industrial maintenance, mining equipment, military maintenance, or hydraulic systems are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Crane 1 Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We believe in fostering a supportive environment where every employee is valued and given the opportunity to succeed.