Crane Field Service Technician

Stephenson Equipment, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Factory Training

Tool Allowance

Full Benefits Package

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Stephenson Equipment, Inc. is seeking a Crane Field Service Technician for their McDonald, PA location. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling cranes used in construction, with a variety of responsibilities ranging from repairs to equipment maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have a technical certificate or extensive experience. The position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to lift at least 50lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs with crane assistance.
• Communicate effectively and participate in team environments.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and overhaul mechanical and pneumatic cranes.
• Operate and inspect cranes to diagnose defects.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Welding and soldering

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

One year certificate from college or technical school

Five years related experience

Tools

Engine diagnostic equipment

Hoists and hand tools

Job description

Description

Stephenson Equipment, Inc (SEI), an industry leader in Pennsylvania, New York, Mayland, and D.C, providing sales, rentals, parts and service for construction equipment, cranes, paving, road building and road maintenance equipment, has an immediate need for a Crane Field Service Technician in our McDonald, PA location.

Purpose

Diagnose, repair, and overhaul mechanical and pneumatic cranes used in the construction industry.

Essential Functions

• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts
• Operate and inspect cranes in order to diagnose defects
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices
• Dismantle and reassemble cranes using hoists and hand tools
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on cranes
• Comply with all safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges
• Schedule maintenance for cranes and keep equipment service records
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency
• Assemble gear systems, and align frames and gears
• Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
• Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools
• Clean parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in tanks of solvent
• Adjust, maintain, and repair or replace subassemblies, such as transmissions and crawler heads, using hand tools, jacks, and cranes
• Adjust and maintain industrial machinery, using controls and regulating devices
• Effectively communicate and actively participate within a goal‑orientated team environment
• Actively participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Total Compensation Includes

• Competitive Pay
• ESOP eligibility after service requirements are met
• Factory Training
• Tool Allowance
• Full Benefits Package
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

Requirements

Position Core Competencies

• Cooperation / Teamwork
• Accountability / Responsibility
• Creative Thinking
• Customer Service – Internal & External
• Quality of Work
• Dependability
• Attention to Detail
• Job Knowledge

Education

One year certificate from college or technical school; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Basic Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Skills

High Skills: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical and Work Environment

Most work is performed in a garage environment with moderate to loud noise levels. Temperatures vary from season to season. Job requires extended periods of standing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching depending on the machine that needs maintenance within the 8‑10 hour work day. Technicians need the ability to lift at least 50lbs with an occasional lift of up to 100lbs with assistance of a crane.