Crane Mechanic (Baytown, TX)

Sterling Crane LLC; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Crane LLC is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform maintenance and repair of company property and heavy equipment across field and shop sites within the Beaumont area. You will manage parts inventory and maintenance records, following preventative maintenance programs to keep equipment in optimal condition.

The role requires 2+ years of heavy equipment repair experience, knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems, and the ability to read schematics.

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.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must be able to meet company standards on background screen and pass both pre-employment drug and physical screens.
• Valid driver license with ability to obtain CDL.

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

Skills

Crane systems knowledge

Read electrical & hydraulic schematics

Strong communication skills

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
• Strong communication skills
• Must be able to meet company standards on background screen and pass both pre-employment drug and physical screens
• Valid driver license with ability to obtain CDL

Working conditions

• Shift: Various
• Environment: Indoor and Outdoor
• Physical requirements
• Physical Level: Physically Demanding
• Repetitive heavy lifting
• Stand for long periods of time
• Bend or twist body (awkward positions)
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl
• Extreme conditions (hot and cold)

Compensation

$25 - $40 DOE

Equal opportunity employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.