Crane Maintenance Technician, 1st shift, Heil Environmental

ES Heil; Fort Payne (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Health insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Company holidays

401k matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Discount programs

Job summary

Heil Environmental Fort Payne, AL seeks a Crane Maintenance Technician to inspect, repair, and maintain overhead cranes and lifting devices. The role requires deep mechanical/electrical knowledge and strong safety discipline to keep equipment in safe, working condition for smooth operations.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, and document service records, while coordinating with operations to minimize production impact.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or GED.
• Maintenance Class III experience with 5+ years in industrial maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints/schematics.
• Proficient with CMMS software and standard office tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance checks on overhead cranes and hoists.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Install new cranes and hoists to specifications.
• Conduct safety inspections and tests to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate maintenance with operations to minimize downtime.
• Provide emergency repairs promptly and maintain service records.
• Adhere to safety protocols and lead crane-related projects.

Skills

Overhead crane maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting mechanical

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Leading2Lean CMMS

JDE

Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title

Crane Maintenance Technician

Operating Company

Heil Environmental

Location

Fort Payne, AL

Reports to

Maintenance Supervisor

Department

Engineering / Facility

Shift

1st

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Overhead Crane Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining overhead cranes and other mechanical lifting devices. Our ideal candidates have a deep understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, can troubleshoot problems efficiently, and are committed to maintaining the highest safety standards. Ultimately, the Overhead Crane Technician will ensure that all our lifting devices are in a safe, working condition to facilitate smooth and efficient operations.

Roles and Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance checks on overhead cranes and hoists.


• Diagnose and repair problems in such areas as mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.


• Install new cranes and hoists to specifications.


• Conduct safety inspections and tests to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.


• Coordinate with the operations team to schedule maintenance and repairs.


• Provide emergency repairs quickly and efficiently.


• Maintain service records of all maintenance and repair tasks.


• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures.


• Lead all crane related projects to ensure projects meet deadlines and production is not interrupted.


• As needed, assist maintenance technicians when trouble calls arise that are preventing production from operating.

Requirements

• Education: Requires a High School diploma or GED.


• Experience: Maintenance Class III position must have 5 years minimum experience in the Industrial Maintenance Profession.


• Knowledge: Requires ability to understand general arithmetic; ability to write in an understandable manner; understand verbal or written instructions; ability to read and understand instructions, lists and billing materials; use PC based applications, including Leading2Lean CMMS Software, JDE, Outlook, and Microsoft Office, knowledge normally acquired through high school or equivalent experience. Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.


• Mental: Requires normal attention with periods of high concentration intermittently to operate machinery approximately 25% of time.


• Physical: Requires walking/standing approximately 70%, lifting to 40 pounds approximately 15% of time; involves repetitive overhead work approximately 10% of time; involves repetitive stooping, forward bending and crouching approximately 5% of time.


• Manual Dexterity: Requires use of hands, arms and feet for repetitive lifting; use of hands and arms to operate all manufacturing equipment, meters, chains hoists, automatic drills and general hand tools and to record written information.


• Audible Demands: Requires ability to follow verbal instructions and to listen for safety purposes.


• Visual: Requires the ability to visually observe essential functions for satisfactory job performance and safety; color and depth perception required.


• Environmental: Exposure to plant environments with the presence of dust, fumes, noise, and fluctuating temperatures due to lack of climate control.

Note

Note: Supersedes All Preceding Job Descriptions: The above job description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential job functions, and set forth the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of job functions or requirements.

Why join us

We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm. Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued. We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way. We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential. Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.

• competitive salaries


• health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx)


• life insurance


• accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)


• short-term and long-term disability


• extended leave options


• paid time off


• company holidays


• 401k matching


• employee stock purchase plan


• legal assistance


• wellness programs


• tuition reimbursement


• discount programs

About Terex

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Terex Purpose Video, Terex Careers Video, Terex Early Talent Video

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.