Crane Technician II

Lift Solutions Holdings; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Paid Holidays

Double Time on Sundays

401k Profit Sharing/Match

Employee Referral bonus

Relocation Assistance Available

Fuel Card and Company Vehicle

Job summary

Lift Solutions Holdings is hiring a Crane Service Technician to join their team in Kalamazoo, MI. The role involves providing quality installation, inspections, maintenance, and repair for hoist and crane equipment. Candidates should have 2-5 years of relevant experience, strong electrical knowledge, and customer service skills. The position requires local travel and offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401k plan. A valid driver’s license and successful background checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience troubleshooting cranes and hoist equipment.
• Knowledge of 3-phase motors, VFDs, contactors, and circuits.
• Experience with overhead cranes and scissor lifts required.

Responsibilities

• Service overhead crane systems and hoists.
• Perform OSHA equivalent inspections.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and respond to emergency calls.

Skills

Troubleshooting cranes and hoist equipment

Electrical knowledge of 3-phase motors

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Customer service skills

Education

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

Tools

Hand tools

Multimeter

Job description

We are hiring a Crane Service Technician to join the team in Kalamazoo, MI.

The Crane Service Technician will provide quality installation, inspections, maintenance and repair service for hoist and crane equipment. A Crane Service 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 customers and internal departments in repairing equipment as needed.
• Perform electrical and /or mechanical adjustments or repairs with or without engineered drawings.
• Maintain rapport with customers by promptly reviewing and addressing 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), trailers, tools, etc.

Education & Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ troubleshooting cranes and hoist equipment is required.
• Thorough electrical knowledge of 3-phase motors, VFDs, contactors, and circuits.
• 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, or equivalent 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 and courteous manner.
• Communication skills both internally and externally, informing both the company and customers of job status.
• Quality and results driven while maintaining a safety mindset.
• Required to use own hand tools and meter.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Employment is contingent upon successful motor vehicle record, background check, and drug screen.