Field Crane Technician

The Manitowoc Company; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$4,500 sign-on bonus

Tool Reimbursement Program

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Paid Parental Leave

Continuing education and training opportunities

Job summary

The Manitowoc Company is seeking an MGX Field Crane Technician in Ankeny, Iowa, responsible for inspecting and maintaining various crane equipment. The role offers a competitive pay range of $24.00 - $60.00 per hour based on skills, a sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

This full-time position requires a High School Diploma or GED and mechanical experience. The role emphasizes safety and customer service, ensuring technicians work in a dynamic environment with extensive support for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of one year of experience as a Crane Mechanic/Technician.
• Experience in preventative maintenance and light equipment repair.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain crane equipment.
• Perform thorough and accurate annual inspections.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical schematics knowledge

Hydraulic schematics knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Description

MGX Field Crane Technicians are responsible for the inspection, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of various crane equipment including mobile cranes and boom trucks. This position will be located at the Lee's Summit branch for MGX Equipment Services and reports to the Service Manager.

Benefits and Compensation

Candidates hired for this role will receive a $4,500 sign‑on bonus, payable after 90 days continuous service. They will be eligible for our Tool Reimbursement Program of up to $1,500 per calendar year. Relocation assistance may also be available to those who qualify. This position offers a pay range between $24.00 - $60.00 per hour depending on skills and qualifications. Pay is provided bi‑weekly. A customized training plan and career path is identified for each technician within the first week of employment.

Essential Job Functions

• Light diagnosis, repair and troubleshooting of various mobile hydraulic and lattice cranes.
• Capable of accomplishing tasks independently without direct supervision.
• Perform thorough and accurate annual inspections.
• Properly fill out working reports, hours reports, time sheets, hours overviews and expense reports.
• Provides excellent customer service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Crane Mechanic/Technician preferred.
• Must have a mechanical background and related experience with electrical and hydraulics; and be able to read both electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Must have experience in preventative maintenance and light equipment repair (i.e. oil changes, brake jobs, etc.).
• May be required to travel to job sites and for training up to 50% of the time.
• Excellent communication skills with a customer/client focus.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Experience working with different forms of mobile crane and/or heavy equipment is a plus.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Perform job functions in a safe manner.
• Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) required by Company policy for the job being performed.
• Know and follow established job specific and facility‑wide safety and health procedures and rules.
• Actively participate in safety and health training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Bring safety and health issues, unsafe acts, and safety suggestions to management’s attention or correct those you can.

Working Conditions

This is a full‑time position with typical working hours between 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. Overtime and weekend work may be possible based on business conditions. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires work in an environment exposed to elements such as extreme temperatures and various weather conditions, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises. Employees may be required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. There is frequent lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including benefits and 401(k) beginning day one of employment.
• Continuing education and training opportunities; tuition reimbursement for those who qualify.
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• Team building, engagement events, and community involvement
• Scholarship Program
• And much more.

Pay & Training

This position offers a pay range between $24.00 - $60.00 per hour depending on skills and qualifications. Pay is provided on a bi‑weekly basis and there are 14 days in the pay period, beginning on a Monday and ending on a Sunday. A customized training plan and career path is identified for each technician and provided within the first week of employment, outlining growth and advancement opportunities.

About Us

The Manitowoc Company was founded in 1902 and has over a 120‑year tradition of providing high‑quality, customer‑focused products and support services to its markets. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, Manitowoc is one of the world's leading providers of engineered lifting solutions. Through its wholly‑owned subsidiaries, Manitowoc designs, manufactures, markets, distributes, and supports comprehensive product lines of mobile hydraulic cranes, lattice‑boom crawler cranes, boom trucks, and tower cranes under the Aspen Equipment, Grove, Manitowoc, MGX Equipment Services, National Crane, Potain, Shuttlelift, and Upfits by Aspen Equipment brand names.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Manitowoc is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applicants with disabilities and veterans.