Crane Technician - Sign-On Bonus & Career Growth

The Manitowoc Company; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tool reimbursement

401(k) from day one

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Manitowoc Company seeks a skilled Crane Technician for the Baton Rouge area to diagnose, repair, and test mobile and lattice cranes. You will read schematics, interpret manuals, and ensure OEM specs with hands-on rebuilding and testing.

Eligible candidates receive a $2,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days and can participate in a tool reimbursement program up to $1,500 yearly. Full-time role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of mechanic/technician experience.
• Experience with mobile crane equipment (Grove/TMS/GMK, Manitowoc EPIC/traditional).
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose defects by inspecting cranes and components.
• Repair and troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Read blueprints and manuals to ensure OEM specifications.
• Test equipment after repair for proper operation.
• Complete reports and timesheets accurately.
• Provide excellent customer service on site.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Hydraulic systems

Electrical schematics

Blueprints reading

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Grove RT & TMS Cranes

Grove GMK European Cranes

Manitowoc EPIC / Traditional Cranes

National Boom Trucks

Job description

The Manitowoc Company seeks a skilled Crane Technician for the Baton Rouge area to diagnose, repair, and test mobile and lattice cranes. You will read schematics, interpret manuals, and ensure OEM specs with hands-on rebuilding and testing.

Eligible candidates receive a $2,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days and can participate in a tool reimbursement program up to $1,500 yearly. Full-time role with competitive benefits.