Crane Mechanic – Keep Critical Lifts Running Safely

Penn Terminals, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Terminals, Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to support our cranes and material handling equipment on-site at the terminal.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, and help minimize downtime to keep operations running smoothly. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of electrical and mechanical experience, safety-focused habits, and the ability to work from heights.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years electrical and mechanical experience required.
• Ability to follow safety standards, rules and procedures.
• Ability to acquire complex mechanical/computer troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to record information properly.
• Ability to build good working relations with coworkers and customers.
• Ability to obtain a TWIC card.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs when not assisted by equipment.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect tools and equipment to diagnose malfunctions or determine functional condition.
• Work safely to minimize hazards to yourself and others.
• Work from heights as needed.
• Maintain equipment per maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Repair electrical and simple electronic malfunctions and coordinate with sub contractors for larger tasks.
• Perform emergency repairs to return equipment to operation.
• Operate tools and equipment to diagnose malfunctions and verify proper operation.
• Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Understand crane functions and communicate effectively with team and crane operators.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

TWIC card

Heavy lifting

Job description

Penn Terminals, Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to support our cranes and material handling equipment on-site at the terminal.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, and help minimize downtime to keep operations running smoothly. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of electrical and mechanical experience, safety-focused habits, and the ability to work from heights.