Field Crane Technician

MGX Equipment Services; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 34,440 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Paid Parental Leave

Scholarship Program

Job summary

A leading equipment service provider in Billings, Montana is seeking Field Crane Technicians for inspection, diagnosis, and maintenance of cranes. Competitive hourly pay ranging from $25.00 to $45.00 based on skills, plus a $4,500 sign-on bonus. Candidates should have at least two years of experience as a mechanic and strong communication skills. This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience as a Mechanic/Technician.
• Experience with specific crane models is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain crane equipment.
• Perform thorough and accurate annual inspections.
• Fill out working reports and time sheets.

Skills

Experience with mobile crane equipment

Excellent communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic and electrical schematics

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 Billings, Montana branch for MGX Equipment Services and reports to the Service Manager.

Candidates hired for this role will receive a $4,500 sign‑on bonus, payable after 90 days continuous service; and be eligible for our Tool Reimbursement Program of up to $1,500 per calendar year.

Essential Job Functions

• Diagnose, repair and troubleshoot 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 two (2) years of experience as a Mechanic/Technician.
• Experience working with different forms of mobile crane equipment, specifically Grove RT & TMS Cranes; Grove GMK European Cranes; Manitowoc EPIC and/or Traditional Cranes; National Boom Trucks preferred.
• Must be able to read both electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Must be able to travel 50% of the time to job sites and for training as required.
• Must have excellent communication skills with a customer/client focus.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

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 6:00 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.

This position will be required to work in an environment with exposure to elements such as extreme temperatures and various weather conditions, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. There is frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and the 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 $25.00 - $45.00 per hour depending on skills and qualifications for non-bargaining employees. 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, Inc. was founded in 1902 and has over a 120-year tradition of providing high‑quality, customer‑focused products and support services to its markets. Manitowoc is one of the world's leading providers of engineered lifting solutions. Via its wholly‑owned subsidiaries, Manitowoc designs, manufactures, markets, and supports comprehensive product lines of mobile hydraulic cranes, tower cranes, lattice‑boom crawler cranes and boom trucks under the Grove, Manitowoc, National Crane, Potain and Shuttlelift brand names.

EEO / Disabled / Veteran

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage veterans to apply.