Electromechanical Crane Manager

Ports America, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ports America, Inc. in Baltimore, MD seeks an Electro-Mechanical Crane Manager to lead the Crane Maintenance Department, supervising electro-mechanical cranes and related equipment. You will ensure safety, reliability, and preventive maintenance alignment while supporting site operations and customer service.

Your responsibilities include supervising on-site cranes, coordinating with staff, subcontractors, and procurement, and driving improvements to equipment uptime and maintenance planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering; equivalent experience may be substituted.
• Experience with electrical, hydraulic, and/or mechanical equipment; PLC logic experience.
• Technical knowledge of maintenance and repair of quay cranes, rubber-tired gantry cranes, spreaders, and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure electro-mechanical maintenance and repair of cranes is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner, prioritizing quality and equipment longevity.
• Supervise maintenance and repair of all site cranes, their supporting equipment, and components (electrical, electronic, and mechanical).
• Maintain equipment in safe and reliable working condition per the preventive maintenance program; identify and rectify repetitive problems.
• Monitor warranties and file claims as appropriate.
• Ensure breakdowns are corrected promptly and coordinate follow-up work.
• Prevent repairs from adversely impacting customer services; liaise with planning for maintenance scheduling and provide feedback for continual improvement.
• Recommend and develop equipment improvements and modifications.
• Order spare parts for the department and assist Procurement in locating and pricing parts.
• Supervise on-site subcontractors and any major projects or repairs.
• Prepare estimates for damages/repairs and submit reports.
• Provide supervision and direction for crane maintenance staff; offer guidance, feedback, and daily work scheduling.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and appropriate safety gear is used.
• Counsel subordinates, including discipline or termination recommendations as needed.
• Ensure staff knowledge is updated; follow labor contract requirements with respect to union personnel.
• Manage department budget within guidelines and annual goals; provide complete and accurate reports to management.
• Assist Engineering Director with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical & Mechanical expertise

PLC logic experience

Leadership & supervision

OSHA/NEC knowledge

Maintenance planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS software

Electrical testing equipment

Welding equipment

Job description

Overview

Ports America is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Crane Manager to support the Crane Maintenance Department in the maritime sector. This role involves supervising electro-mechanical maintenance and repair of cranes, ensuring safety, reliability, and alignment with preventive maintenance programs to support site operations and customer service.

Location: Baltimore, MD (Seagirt area). This role may require coordination with on-site staff, subcontractors, and procurement to maintain equipment availability and uptime.

Responsibilities

• Ensure electro-mechanical maintenance and repair of cranes is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner, prioritizing quality and equipment longevity.
• Supervise maintenance and repair of all site cranes, their supporting equipment, and components (electrical, electronic, and mechanical).
• Maintain equipment in safe and reliable working condition per the preventive maintenance program; identify and rectify repetitive problems.
• Monitor warranties and file claims as appropriate.
• Ensure breakdowns are corrected promptly and coordinate follow-up work.
• Prevent repairs from adversely impacting customer services; liaise with planning for maintenance scheduling and provide feedback for continual improvement.
• Recommend and develop equipment improvements and modifications.
• Order spare parts for the department and assist Procurement in locating and pricing parts.
• Supervise on-site subcontractors and any major projects or repairs.
• Prepare estimates for damages/repairs and submit reports.
• Provide supervision and direction for crane maintenance staff; offer guidance, feedback, and daily work scheduling.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and appropriate safety gear is used.
• Counsel subordinates, including discipline or termination recommendations as needed.
• Ensure staff knowledge is updated; follow labor contract requirements with respect to union personnel.
• Manage department budget within guidelines and annual goals; provide complete and accurate reports to management.
• Assist Engineering Director with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; equivalent experience may be substituted for educational requirements.
• Experience with electrical, hydraulic, and/or mechanical equipment; PLC logic experience.
• Technical knowledge of maintenance and repair of quay cranes, rubber-tired gantry cranes, spreaders, and related equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering principles; ability to interpret engineering drawings, layouts, and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of PLC and drive control systems for container cranes; familiarity with terminal operations and crane-vessel coordination.
• Supervisory and leadership abilities with the capacity to influence and lead a department of trades or union workers.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, National Electrical Code, welding and electrical standards, and related regulations at local, state, and federal levels.
• Excellent planning, organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities, especially for highly complex technical issues.
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management software; strong time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work in physically demanding conditions and hazardous environments as described in the role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical knowledge of maintenance and repair of quay cranes, rubber-tired gantry cranes, spreaders, and related equipment.
• Broad understanding of terminal operations and crane-vessel coordination; ability to interpret and apply engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience leading a department of trades and/or union workers; effective communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NEC, welding and electrical standards; compliance with regulations at all levels.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with high attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to use computerized maintenance systems specific to crane maintenance and repair.
• Exceptional time management in a fast-paced environment.

Note: This job description is not all-inclusive; employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.

Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military service obligations, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Maryland Pay Transparency: $105k - $115k per year

Equal Employment Opportunity notice and rights are provided to all applicants in compliance with federal employment laws.