Crane Mechanic (Baytown, TX)

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Crane LLC, part of Marmon Holdings, is seeking a mechanic to maintain and repair heavy equipment across yard and field locations. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, parts inventory management, and accurate record-keeping to support safe operations.

The candidate will inspect equipment, perform repairs, and coordinate with other departments while staying current on technology and regulatory changes to ensure optimal performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years mechanic repair and maintenance experience with heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Reading electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Working knowledge of crane operating systems (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Ensures efficient and safe maintenance functions.
• Inspects, evaluates and recommends repair and/or replacement of equipment and vehicles.
• Performs maintenance activities and modifies existing equipment and systems.
• Maintains inventory of repair parts and supplies with proper coding.
• Adheres to preventive maintenance program for all equipment.
• Keeps management informed of area activities.
• Coordinates activities between maintenance personnel and other departments.
• Performs equipment repairs in shop or at job sites.
• Stays updated on technology, regulations and recalls.

Skills

Crane systems knowledge

Heavy equipment repair

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Schematic reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sterling Crane LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Founded in 1954, Sterling Crane has been one of North America’s premier leaders in the heavy lift industry offering operated and bare rentals, sales, parts, and unparalleled service to all our customers. We boast one of the largest inventories of modern lifting equipment in North America, in excess of 1000 units.

The Mechanic is responsible for performing the maintenance and repair of all Company property and equipment for their assigned coverage area whether in the yard or out in field at job site. They will follow preventative maintenance programs, manages the parts and supply inventory. Ensures all related maintenance records are accurate and current. Keeps management well informed of area activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures efficient and safe performance of maintenance functions.
• Inspects, evaluates and recommends repair and/or replacement of equipment and vehicles
• Performs maintenance activities and modifies existing equipment and systems to keep the facility and equipment in optimal working order
• Maintains appropriate inventory of repair parts and supplies while ensuring accurate coding and organization
• Adherence to preventive maintenance program for all equipment
• Ensures maintenance assignments are completed in accordance with established policies and safety regulations
• Maintains positive working relationships with internal customers, suppliers, vendors, contractors and trade contacts
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and logs
• Coordinates activities between maintenance personnel and other departments.Ensures that maintenance activities are completed effectively and efficiently
• Keeps management informed of maintenance activities and any significant problems
• Performs equipment repairs in shop or out in the field as required
• Stays abreast of changes in technology, regulations and recall notices
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Working knowledge of crane operating systems, preferred
• Minimum 2 years mechanic repair and maintenance experience with heavy equipment
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of heavy equipment.
• Working knowledge of structural and mechanical construction
• Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics