Industrial Technician - St. Louis, MO

Konecranes; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,307 - 66,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental

Vision

401(k) plan with match from day one

Profit sharing

Identity theft protection

Accident insurance

Travel insurance

Job summary

Konecranes is seeking an Industrial Technician to service overhead cranes and hoists at customer sites across the United States. You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, perform inspections, and ensure safety features are working properly.

The role requires ability to work at heights, travel, and operate in a safety-first environment, with on-call responsibilities and after-hours support as needed.

Qualifications

• Educational requirements: High School Diploma; Associate degree preferred or related vocational/technical training and experience.
• Minimum 1 year of electrical troubleshooting and mechanical repair experience; cranes experience is a bonus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair electric overhead traveling cranes and hoists at customer locations.
• Provide on-call service as part of rotation, including after-hours support.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, structural, and electronic issues on-site.
• Perform post-repair audits to verify safety features.
• Document findings and communicate corrective actions to customers.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

On-site service

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Industrial Electrical/Mechanical Technology

Job description

Industrial Technician

Are you interested in becoming an experienced Overhead Crane Service Technician? Join Konecranes, one of the world’s largest material handling companies. We seek skilled individuals with electrical and mechanical expertise, comfortable working at extreme heights. Our service technicians thrive in a safety‑first environment. You’ll troubleshoot 480 3‑phase motors, address crane issues, and collaborate with clients and facility directors to meet service needs across the United States.

Principal Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, maintenance, and repairs on electric overhead traveling cranes and hoists at customer locations.
• Provide on‑call service as part of a rotation, including after‑hours support.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, structural, and electronic issues on‑site.
• Perform post‑repair audits to ensure safety features are functional.
• Document findings and recommend corrective actions, including safety notifications to customers.
• Consult with customers on repair and safety issues, offering recommendations for material handling improvement.
• Produce electronic documentation using company tools, obtaining customer signatures.
• Stay updated on industry codes and regulations (OSHA, ANSI, CMAA, HMI).
• Complete service reports and other required documents accurately and promptly.
• Communicate with the Field Operations Manager and Service Coordinator following established practices.
• Maintain company‑issued equipment, vehicles, and assets in proper working order.
• Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles, reporting deficiencies to the supervisor.
• Follow established safety rules and procedures, including customer guidelines.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma required. Associate degree in Industrial Electrical and/or Mechanical Technology or related field preferred, or equivalent vocational/technical training and experience.

Experience: Minimum one (1) year of electrical troubleshooting and mechanical repair. Some electronic experience is desirable but not required. Prior experience with cranes is a benefit, but not required.

Other Requirements: Must have and maintain a good driving record, including a valid driver's license. Must be willing to work off the ground, work varied overtime as needed by customer, be available for on‑call as part of the service office rotation, and be able to travel and work out of town on occasion. Must be able to lift 25 lb, 50 lb, 75 lb (rarely), 100 lb (rare). Must perform frequent climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, overhead reaching; occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling; 90 % time inside, 10 % outdoors. Be exposed to heat, cold, noise, heights. This is a safety‑sensitive position.

Additional Information

Salary

$22 - $48 an hour, determined by skills, location, internal equity, market data, experience, education, certifications, technical assessment score, etc.

Company Vehicle

Service technicians receive a work truck and a gas card for business use; candidates must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

Benefits

Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401(k) plan with match from day one, profit sharing, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance, and more.

Vacation

2 weeks per year (pro‑rated for first year). 5‑12 years of service: 3 weeks. 13+ years: 4 weeks.

Sick Leave

5 days per year, pro‑rated after 90 days of service.

Holidays

10 paid holidays per year.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment free from discrimination. Equal Opportunity Employer — Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, Disabled, and Other Protected Category.

Applicants will be evaluated fairly; we do not accept resumes from recruiters or agencies without a valid agency portal submission. Applicable data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency.