Crane Technician II

Techcrane International LLC; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Techcrane International LLC in Covington, LA is seeking a hands-on technician for full-time responsibilities in its corporate workshop. You will assemble, test and maintain hydraulic cranes and components, perform inspections and repairs, and ensure safety compliance in a busy production environment.

The role requires mechanical and hydraulic expertise, forklift operation, and the ability to work with standard hydraulic fittings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• 3-4 yrs exp with hydraulics: valve assembly, test; hose assembly, routing and test; tubing assembly and test; knowledge of JIC, NPT, and fastener sizes.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, installation and testing of hydraulic cranes.
• Assemble and test hydraulic components.
• Overhaul and test machines to ensure operating efficiency.
• Maintain crane systems by inspections, troubleshooting and repair.
• Operate forklift and other production equipment.
• Document service actions via forms, reports and checklists.
• Ensure safety and OSHA/ANSI compliance.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Hydraulics experience

Forklift operation

Electrical wiring (DC)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

JIC fittings

NPT fittings

Hydraulic pumps and motors

Valve testing equipment

Job description

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Full Time Corporate, Covington, LA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1039

Salary Range: $24.00 To $32.00 Hourly

TECHCRANE INTERNATIONAL, LLC. IS NOT INTERESTED IN STAFFING AGENCIES. DIRECT HIRE ONLY

Essential Functions

• Advanced performance of assembly, installation and testing of hydraulic cranes.
• Assemble and test hydraulic components.
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Keep crane systems operating by performing inspections, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventative maintenance and repairing equipment as required.
• Operate forklift, hand truck, man lift and other production equipment.
• Service or repair mechanical equipment as required.
• Document service and installation actions by completing forms, reports and inspection checklist.
• Ensure safety and compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards.
• Ensure compliance with Techcrane Quality Management System.
• Maintain clean and organized shop.
• Confer with Assembly Shop Foreman, Production Manager and/or Engineering regarding problems with operation or maintenance of equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• May perform service calls as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• mechanical experience required.
• 3-4 yrs exp with hydraulics: valve assembly and test; hydraulic hose assembly, routing and test; Hydraulic tubing assembly and test; knowledge of JIC, NPT, and Fastener Thread Sizes.
• Must have basic knowledge of function for valves: Counterbalance, unloader/dump; sequence and other related devices.
• Must have basic knowledge of hydraulic pumps and motors (fixed and variable displacement)
• Able to operate forklift and other production equipment. Competency is required.
• Basic Level Electrical Hook Up (DC Voltage Only) Minimum
• Must have reliable transportation for service calls as needed.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Regularly required to walk, stand, kneel, bend, squat, stretch, twist or reach with body, arms and/or legs.
• Use hands to handle or operate tools and equipment; grasp, manipulate or assemble objects.
• Must be able to climb and balance; work at heights.
• Regularly lift/carry 50 pounds or more.
• Operate crane, forklift and other equipment.
• Will spend majority of time in assembly shop; will spend some time in warehouse.
• Noise level will range from moderate to very loud.