Field Overhead Crane Technician – Troubleshoot & Upgrade

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + weekly pay

Health & Wellness Benefits

Pension

Career growth opportunities

Safety-first culture

Team-driven environment

Job summary

BARNHART CRANE & RIGGING is seeking a skilled field-based technician to service, repair, install, and upgrade overhead cranes and related equipment. You will diagnose electrical and motor control systems, work with VFDs, PLCs, and radio controls, and perform safety-focused preventive maintenance at customer sites.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability, can work independently, and communicate clearly with customers and team members.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical and motor control systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, install, and upgrade overhead cranes and hoists.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and diagnose electrical and mechanical crane systems.
• Install and repair VFDs, PLCs, radio controls, and related equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and system upgrades.
• Diagnose and repair motors, controls, and mechanical components.
• Complete service work at customer facilities with safety and quality.
• Communicate with customers and team members to provide effective solutions.
• Work independently while supporting the One TEAM culture.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Motor controls

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Tools

VFDs

PLCs

Radio controls

Job description

BARNHART CRANE & RIGGING is seeking a skilled field-based technician to service, repair, install, and upgrade overhead cranes and related equipment. You will diagnose electrical and motor control systems, work with VFDs, PLCs, and radio controls, and perform safety-focused preventive maintenance at customer sites.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability, can work independently, and communicate clearly with customers and team members.