Crane Technician

ALP Industries, Inc.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid holidays

Double time Sundays

Paid from port to port

401k profit sharing/match

Employee referral bonus

Relocation assistance available

Fuel card and company vehicle

Job summary

Lift Solutions Holdings is seeking a Crane Technician to join our field service team in Minneapolis/Forest Lake, MN. You will install, inspect, maintain and repair hoist and crane equipment, and uphold safety and professionalism in customer interactions.

This role requires 5+ years of crane experience, knowledge of 3-phase motors, VFDs, and electrical/mechanical adjustments, with ability to travel locally and lift 50–100 lbs. Valid driver’s license is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years troubleshooting cranes and hoist equipment.
• Experience with 3-phase motors, VFDs, contactors and circuits.
• Overhead crane and scissor lift experience required.
• Local travel to customers daily.
• Associate’s degree in Industrial Electrician or Electro-Mechanical Technology preferred.
• Ability to work at height, in extreme temperatures and noisy locations; lifting 50-100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Service overhead crane systems and hoists by performing quality installations.
• Perform OSHA equivalent inspections; document and complete warranty work.
• Provide preventive maintenance and respond to breakdown calls.
• Interface with customers and office to repair equipment.
• Make electrical and/or mechanical adjustments with/without drawings.
• Maintain professional rapport with customers, identifying solutions.
• Document actions with forms, reports, and checklists.
• Maintain presentation, timeliness, and organization at all times.
• Develop knowledge of Federal, State, and local crane codes.
• Responsible for company equipment and tools.

Skills

Troubleshooting cranes and hoist eqpt

3-phase motors

VFDs

Contactors

Circuits

Overhead crane experience

Scissor lift experience

Local travel

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Education

Associate’s degree in Industrial Electrician, Electro-Mechanical Technology

Tools

Hand tools

Meter/Multimeter

Job description

Lift Solutions Holdings provides end-to-end industrial lifting solutions. We offer OSHA compliance inspections, crane equipment, aftermarket services and parts for overhead cranes and other lifting equipment. Lift Solutions is committed to driving progress and efficiency. Our dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction ensures that every industry benefits from our expertise, state-of-the-art technology, and unwavering commitment to sustainability and safety. We are hiring a Crane Technician to join the team in Minneapolis/Forest Lake, MN. The Crane Technician will provide quality installation, inspections, maintenance and repair service for hoist and crane equipment. A Crane Technician will also uphold the highest level of professional integrity and ethics as required to instill customer confidence and continued success in service.

What Sets Lift Solutions Apart

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Double Time on Sundays
• Paid from Port to Port
• 401k Profit Sharing/Match
• Employee Referral bonus
• Relocation Assistance Available, if applicable
• Fuel Card and Company Vehicle

Duties & Responsibilities

• Service overhead crane systems and hoists by performing quality installations.
• Perform OSHA equivalent inspections; documenting and completing warranty work; troubleshooting breakdowns.
• Perform preventive maintenance; and respond to emergency service/breakdown calls.
• Support customers by effectively interfacing with customer and office in repairing equipment as needed.
• Perform electrical and /or mechanical adjustments or repairs with or without engineered drawings.
• Maintain rapport with customers by examining complaints; identifying solutions; suggesting improved methods and techniques; and recommending system improvements.
• Document service and installation actions by completing forms, reports, and inspection checklist.
• Maintain professional presentation, timeliness, appearance, and organization in all areas.
• Develop a working knowledge of Federal, State, and local codes for overhead cranes and hoists.
• Responsible for company equipment including, company vehicle(s), tools, etc.

Requirements

• 5 or more years’ troubleshooting cranes and hoist equipment is required.
• Experience with 3-phase motors, VFDs, contactors, and circuits.
• Previous overhead crane and scissor lift experience required.
• Local travel to customers on a daily basis required.
• Associate’s degree with concentration in Industrial Electrician, Electro-Mechanical Technology, preferred.
• Ability to work at height, in extreme temperature and noisy locations. This is a physically demanding job involving standing, walking, sitting and the ability to lift 50-100lbs.
• Perform inspections to OSHA criteria.
• Ability to work independently.
• Capable of dealing directly with the customer and representing self and company in a professional manner.
• Communication skills both internally and externally, informing both the company and the customer the status of the job.
• Quality and results driven while maintaining a safety mindset.
• Required to use own hand tools and meter.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.