Diesel/Hydraulic Crane Maintenance Specialist

Maxim Crane Supply; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxim Crane Supply is seeking an experienced heavy equipment technician in Boise, Idaho to maintain and repair crane systems across our fleet. You will diagnose faults, service diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, and verify performance to OEM specs.

You will work with a cross-country team of 60+ branches, performing scheduled maintenance, on-site repairs, and parts fabrication to keep lifts safe and reliable in diverse weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or vocational degree preferred.
• 5+ years of mechanical experience with crane expertise.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose cranes and heavy equipment to identify faults, defects and malfunctions.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on engines, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components.
• Operate hoists, forklifts, and hand trucks for moving and dismantling equipment.
• Test repaired equipment to verify performance against manufacturer specifications.
• Fabricate and install replacement parts using specialty tools.
• Rewire and troubleshoot electrical systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Repair worn parts and perform routine servicing on fleet.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or vocational degree preferred

Tools

Liebherr systems

Tadano cranes

Manitowoc cranes

Job description

Role overviewMaintain, troubleshoot, and repair crane systems and related heavy fleet assets—body, engines, hydraulics, electrical/computer systems—so every lift is safe and every machine is reliable.What you will doInspect and diagnose cranes and heavy equipment to identify faults, defects, and malfunctions; determine repair plans.Execute preventative and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, boom assemblies, electrical and hydraulic systems, brake systems, and other key components.Operate hoists, forklifts, and hand trucks to move, dismantle, and reassemble heavy materials and equipment.Test repaired or assembled equipment to verify performance and adherence to manufacturer and OEM specifications.Clean, lubricate, and perform routine service on equipment and vehicles.Fabricate, modify, and install specialized equipment or replacement parts using the appropriate specialty tools.Use micrometers and gauges to evaluate parts for damage or excessive wear.Rewire, repair, and troubleshoot electrical systems on vehicles and equipment.Repair or replace damaged/worn parts on vehicles and equipment.Perform other duties as assigned or required.Fleet supportedCranes and crane equipmentBoom trucksTrailersPickup trucksSemisWhy join MaximBe part of projects that shape communities.Support high-profile builds across the country.Collaborate with a coast-to-coast team spanning 60 U.S. branches.Minimum requirementsEducationHigh school diploma or GEDAssociate’s or vocational degree preferredExperience5+ years of mechanical experience; crane expertise required (Liebherr, Tadano, and Manitowoc preferred)3+ years with diesel, gasoline, and propane enginesSkills and knowledgeAdvanced blueprint and instruction interpretationHigh mechanical aptitude with excellent manual dexterityStrong time management and professional communicationLanguage capabilityRead and comprehend complex instructions and short correspondence; write clear, simple communications; present information effectively one-on-one and in small groups with coworkers.Physical requirementsFrequent: walking; using hands to finger, handle, or feel; kneeling; crouching; crawling; talking; hearing; pushing and/or pulling; reaching; climbing; bending and/or stoopingOccasional: lifting and/or moving up to 50 poundsVision: close, color, peripheral, and depth perceptionWork settingRegular exposure to outdoor weather conditionsFrequent exposure to moving mechanical partsEqual OpportunityMaxim is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or veteran status, as those terms are defined under applicable laws, or any other characteristic protected by law.