Crane Service Technician - Level 1

American-Equipment; Maysville (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety boots stipend

Tool reimbursement

Referral bonus

Company vehicle

Cell phone

401K matching

PTO 80 hours

PPE provided

Medical plan

Job summary

American Equipment Holdings in the United States seeks a Crane Service Technician to join the Maysville, GA team. You will perform inspections, maintenance, repairs on overhead cranes and hoists, and handle advanced troubleshooting while communicating with customers.

The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, the ability to read manuals, and a commitment to safety. The company offers competitive wages, benefits, and training as part of a growing leadership in the crane industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of crane service or industrial maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Familiarity with electrical troubleshooting tools and safe practices.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work at heights and in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair overhead cranes per OEM manuals and OSHA standards.
• Work on 3-motion cranes with VFDs (no encoder) or contactors.
• Service and troubleshoot uncommon brake systems such as Whiting SESA and Magnetek thruster brakes.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of AC control circuit principles including Ohm’s Law and voltage drop.
• Troubleshoot and repair contactor motor control systems.
• Rig up and install new crane equipment with proper safety and mechanical procedures.
• Explain repair plans, troubleshooting processes, and required parts to customers clearly and professionally.
• Properly diagnose mechanical components including wheels, bearings, and reducers.
• Identify and understand crane control components in hoist and bridge panels.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Read schematics

Troubleshooting tools

Detail-oriented

Driver's license

Work at heights

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading overhead crane solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to grow and set ourselves apart from the competition is the result of a tried and true philosophy – take care of our customers and take care of our people.

We also believe that our people matter, which is why we are committed to providing our team members with competitive wages, attractive benefit offerings, and abundant training offerings. As one of the fastest growing companies in our industry, new opportunities are regularly available that enable our team members to develop, grow, and pursue their career passions.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Crane Service Technician to join our Maysville, GA team. This position is ideal for experienced technicians with strong mechanical and electrical skills who are ready to take on more complex service tasks. You will perform inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs, and installations on overhead cranes and hoists, including advanced troubleshooting and customer communication.

Responsibilities:

• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs of overhead cranes and hoists per OEM manuals and OSHA standards.
• Work on 3-motion cranes with VFDs (no encoder) or contactors, including 5-speed pendants or remotes.
• Service and troubleshoot uncommon brake systems such as Whiting SESA and Magnetek thruster brakes.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of AC control circuit principles including Ohm’s Law and voltage drop.
• Troubleshoot and repair contactor motor control systems.
• Rig up and install new crane equipment with proper safety and mechanical procedures.
• Explain repair plans, troubleshooting processes, and required parts to customers clearly and professionally.
• Properly diagnose mechanical components including wheels, bearings, and reducers.
• Identify and understand crane control components in hoist and bridge panels.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in crane service or industrial maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Familiarity with electrical troubleshooting tools and safe practices.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work at heights and in industrial environments.

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call or Overtime possible

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Bonuses

• Yearly stipend for safety boots up to $150
• Tool Reimbursement Program up to $500 annually
• Employee Referral Bonus: $2000
• Company service vehicle
• Cell phone
• Credit card for fuel
• Three Medical Plan offerings through Cigna
• FSA & HSA options for healthcare
• Critical Illness, Accidental, and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Dental
• Vision
• STD & LTD
• Basic & Voluntary Life AD&D
• 4% Matching 401K
• 80 hours PTO
• Company provided PPE

American Equipment Holdings is an organization of leading overhead crane and hoist, industrial weighing, and below-the-hook service providers in the United States. Together, our companies provide comprehensive solutions for everything related to customers’ overhead crane and hoist, rigging, and weighing and measurement needs, including OSHA mandated inspections, preventative maintenance and repair field services, parts, engineering, ISO certified fabrication, new and replacement equipment, automated systems, system modernizations and training. American Equipment Holdings is one the largest and fastest growing companies in our space with more than 800 dedicated team members that serve thousands of customers throughout the United States.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.