Crane Technician 2nd Class

Port Houston; Seabrook (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Port Houston is seeking a technician with strong electrical and mechanical experience for crane maintenance. You'll troubleshoot and conduct preventative maintenance, ensuring all equipment meets OEM standards. Ideal candidates have 4+ years of relevant mechanical and electrical experience and must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.

This position promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment and offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years related mechanical and electrical experience required.
• Ability to obtain State of Texas Electrician’s license.
• A valid Texas driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain wharf and RTG cranes.
• Diagnose and repair electrical controls and circuits.
• Effectively communicate service timeline with Operations group.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical systems and equipment

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to operate forklifts

Knowledge of safety precautions

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Electrical Journeyman License

Tools

Hand tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Port Houston offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment.

Position Summary

Troubleshoots, adjusts, repairs, and conducts preventative maintenance on Port Houston cranes.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Apply technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems to determine equipment malfunction and restore it to OEM standards
• Inspect, repair, and maintain wharf and RTG cranes
• Maintain routine records related to work performed and materials used
• Diagnose, repair and install machinery including gearboxes, hydraulic systems, brakes, compressors, stored energy systems and engines (for RTGs only), and other related parts
• Diagnose, repair and install electrical controls and circuits for a variety of electrical equipment such as switches, sensors, lighting systems and motors
• Use hand tools such as hoists, pressure gauges, drills, grinding wheels, multimeters, conduit benders and other tools common to mechanical and electrical trades
• Read and use factory manuals, blueprints, sketches and drawings as required to install and troubleshoot equipment
• Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours
• Effectively communicate service timeline and field repairs with Operations/Maintenance groups
• Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
• Perform other duties as required

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• 4+ years related mechanic experience required
• 4+ years related electrical experience required
• Electrical Journeyman License preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors

• Knowledge of relevant electrical codes such as the National Electrical code
• Knowledge of basic electronic troubleshooting and repairs
• Knowledge of control circuits, DC and AC motor maintenance, power distribution, and overall function of container handling cranes
• Knowledge of electrical controls and circuits installed on Port Houston equipment
• Ample knowledge of electricity, electrical systems and equipment
• Knowledge of safety precautions necessary to deal with occupational hazards
• General working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to obtain State of Texas Electrician’s license
• Knowledge of programmable logic controller and variable frequency drive
• Knowledge of medium and high voltage switch gear is desired
• Judgment and quick-thinking skills
• Ability to climb and be comfortable at heights
• Knowledge diagnostics and repair
• Ability to weld is desired
• Knowledge of mechanics
• Knowledge of millwright repair and maintenance
• Knowledge of safety precautions concerning occupational hazards
• Ability to work with others
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to operate a forklift
• A current, valid Texas driver's license is required
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment

Key Competencies

• Effective communication
• Planning and organizing
• Attention to detail
• Safety
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Location: Bayport Maintenance

Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government. Port Houston is an equal employment opportunity employer. Port Houston’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Port Houston also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.