Electro-Mechanical Crane Maintenance Lead

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

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.