Crane Service Technician- Level 2

American-Equipment; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

FSA/HSA options

Critical Illness Plan

Dental and Vision

STD/LTD

Life Insurance

401K Matching

Paid Time Off

PPE Provided

Job summary

American Equipment Holdings is seeking a Crane Service Technician – Level 2 to service overhead cranes and hoists on-site. You will inspect, maintain, repair, and install, with focus on electrical and mechanical systems and safety. Travel to customer sites is expected; a vehicle is provided.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years electro-mechanical maintenance experience and may have a A.A. degree or equivalent vocational training. PLC/VFD experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on electro-mechanical maintenance experience.
• A.A. degree or equivalent vocational training.
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC theory and 480VAC 3-phase motor control.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems.
• Must pass drug screen and background check.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Willingness to work overtime and travel as needed.
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drives and PLC programming (preferred).
• Crane maintenance experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site preventive maintenance, repairs, and modernizations on electric overhead traveling cranes.
• Consult with customers on repair and safety related issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and breakdowns.
• Generate sales leads during service calls.
• Accurately document the service report.
• Perform new crane wiring, assembly, installation, and start-up.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Travel to customer facilities as required; a company vehicle is provided.

Skills

AC/DC theory

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication

Safety compliance

Height safety

Overtime willingness

Driver's license

Drug screen

Background check

VFD experience

PLC programming

Crane maintenance

Education

A.A. degree or equivalent vocational training

Job description

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 – Level 2 to join our team. This position is ideal for experienced technicians with strong mechanical and electrical skills who are ready to take on more complex service tasks. The Crane Service Technician – Level 2 will perform inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs, and installations on overhead cranes and hoists, including advanced troubleshooting and customer communication.

Responsibilities:

• Perform on-site preventative maintenance, repairs, and modernizations on electric overhead traveling cranes.
• Consult with customers on repair and safety related issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and breakdowns.
• Generate sales leads during service calls.
• Accurately and neatly document the work performed on the service report.
• Perform new crane wiring, assembly, installation, and start-up.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong knowledge of AC/DC theory, as well as the ability to troubleshoot 480VAC 3-phase motor control systems.
• Aptitude for both electrical and mechanical environments, as well as familiarity with mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proven commitment to safety.
• Comfort with working at heights.
• Willingness to work overtime.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must pass drug screen and background check.
• Preferred: Experience in Variable Frequency Drives and PLC programming.
• Preferred: Crane maintenance experience.

Education and Experience

• A minimum of 2 years of hands-on electro-mechanical maintenance experience.
• Preferred: A.A. degree or equivalent vocational training or experience.

Work Environment

Full Time, 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday. On call or overtime possible. Work is performed on-site at customer facilities; travel may be required, and a work vehicle is provided.

What we offer:

• Health Insurance
• Company contributed FSA & HSA healthcare options
• Critical Illness, Accidental, and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Dental and Vision plans
• STD & LTD
• Basic & Voluntary Life AD&D
• 4% Matching 401K
• Vacation and front loaded sick time of 56 hours upon hire
• Company provided PPE

Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment per the Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

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.

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.