Crane Main Mech A

Boeing; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 45,901 - 84,047; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid/unpaid time off

Job summary

Boeing is looking for a Crane Maintenance Mechanic responsible for the safe and efficient operation of cranes across various locations in Washington. You will inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical systems, and coordinate with teams to meet design requirements.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience with cranes, mechanical systems, and must be able to lift weights up to 35 pounds. This role requires on-site presence and offers a competitive pay range based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience with schematics, blueprints, manuals.
• Minimum 2 years experience maintaining mechanical cranes and hoist systems.
• Preference for candidates with 2 years of overhead crane experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair all types of mechanical systems of cranes.
• Coordinate with teams for equipment design requirements.
• Perform operational load tests of cranes.

Skills

Experience with schematics, blueprints, manuals

Mechanical crane maintenance

Fall protection equipment usage

Education

High school graduate or GED

Job description

Boeing is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and offers professional growth. Find your future with us.

Position Overview

Crane Maintenance Mechanic – responsible for ensuring safe, efficient operation of cranes. Locations: Seattle, SeaTac, Renton, Tukwila, Kent, Auburn, Puyallup, Washington.

Position Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, repair, rebuild, retrofit, modify, assemble, disassemble, troubleshoot, analyze, diagnose, calibrate, adjust, and test mechanical systems and subsystems of all crane types.
• Coordinate with management, engineering, vendors, and other organizations to analyze equipment design requirements and capabilities.
• Use schematics, blueprints, sketches, manuals, technical documents, verbal and written information, and applicable codes and ordinances.
• Develop methods where procedures may not be available.
• Design shop aids to facilitate work and operate precision test equipment and predictive/preventative technologies on cranes.
• Operate and maintain overhead maintenance platforms.
• Maintain, adjust, install, and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric brake system components on cranes and bridges as required.
• Inspect and maintain runway rails and expansion joints.
• Maintain mechanical crane and hoist systems including cables, chains, sheaves, and hooks.
• Perform operational load tests of cranes and bridges per engineering, SHEA, and other regulations.
• Maintain logs, charts, and perform written and verbal tie-in records.
• Prepare reports and schedules as required.
• Assist employees of other classifications as required.
• Perform incidental work in other classifications when necessary.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards

• Lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.
• Reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.
• Contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.
• Proximity to moving parts, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.
• Varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.
• Use personal safety gear to protect face, eyes, hands, arms, and feet.

Work Location

This position is 100% onsite at one of the listed locations.

Export Control Compliance

Candidate must meet U.S. person requirements (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

Current Employees

Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via "Find Jobs" in Workday are considered.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience with schematics, blueprints, manuals, etc.
• Minimum 2 years experience maintaining mechanical cranes and hoist systems.
• Must use fall protection equipment and lift up to 35 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience inspecting and maintaining runway rails and expansion joints.
• Preference for candidates with 2 years of overhead crane experience.

Education

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not offered; candidates must reside in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug-Free Workplace

Boeing requires drug testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met.

Union Representation

Hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Shift Work Statement

Position available for all shifts, including 2nd shift.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency

Competitive base pay and variable compensation with benefits including health insurance, FSA, HSA, retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and paid/unpaid time off. Pay is based on experience and market considerations.

Pay Range

33.32 – 61.01

Application Deadline

Applications will close on September 25, 2026.

Language Requirements

English preferred.

Visa Sponsorship

No sponsorship offered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.