Harbor Crane / Crawler Crane Mechanic - Houston, TX

Watco; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek

Competitive compensation and benefits

Paid on-the-job training

Leadership and development programs

Leadership development

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A logistics and transportation company is looking for a Crane Mechanic in Houston, Texas. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining cranes and related equipment, ensuring all safety and operational standards are met. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience with various cranes. The position requires physical capability and teamwork, with flexibility for overtime and on-call duties. Competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience with various types of cranes required.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions and complete tasks on time.
• Physically capable of performing manual tasks including lifting up to 60 pounds.
• Physically able to bend, stoop, climb, twist, and lift up to 60 pounds.
• Able to communicate clearly with team members, vendors, and customers.
• Computer proficient with strong email communication skills.
• TWIC Card or the ability to obtain one.
• NCCCO Certification (National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain crane equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain clean workspace.
• Reads and interprets technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics to prepare and execute work.
• Completes required work reports accurately.
• Maintains and cares for company tools, equipment, and parts inventory.
• Provides training or mentorship to other technicians and supports continuous learning.
• Accesses, reviews, and closes work orders accurately using the company's maintenance management system.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and promotes a clean, orderly work environment.
• Works flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and on-call as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting cranes

Repairing mechanical systems

Interpreting technical diagrams

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Education

High School or GED equivalent

Tools

Maintenance management system

Job description

Overview

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference. Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.

Benefits

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco\'s Safe Performance Center
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Job Summary

The Crane Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining various types of cranes and related container handling equipment, including electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems. This role involves working at heights, interpreting technical diagrams, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring all work meets safety and operational standards. Being an operations support role, the mechanic must be able to work independently or as part of a team, with flexibility for overtime, and on-call duties.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains Mobile and Crawler crane equipment, including electrical and mechanical systems
• Performs routine maintenance, inspections, lubrication, and cleaning of equipment
• Operates cranes and aerial equipment at heights to evaluate and verify repairs
• Reads and interprets technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics to prepare and execute work
• Completes required work reports accurately
• Maintains and cares for company tools, equipment, and parts inventory
• Provides training or mentorship to other technicians and supports continuous learning
• Accesses, reviews, and closes work orders accurately using the company\'s maintenance management system
• Adheres to all safety protocols and promotes a clean, orderly work environment
• Works flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and on-call as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience with shore, friction, and hydraulic cranes (e.g., Liebherr, Link-Belt, American, Demag, Manitowoc) is required
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions and complete tasks on time
• Proficient in English with basic math skills
• Physically able to bend, stoop, climb, twist, and lift up to 60 pounds
• Able to communicate clearly with team members, vendors, and customers
• Computer proficient with strong email communication skills
• TWIC Card or the ability to obtain one
• NCCCO Certification (National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators) preferred but not required

Education

High School or GED equivalent