Lead Erection Technician

The Lanco Group; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Lanco Group is seeking a Lead Technician to assemble and maintain intermodal heavy equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency. The role requires extensive experience with mechanical and electrical systems, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to travel frequently to customer sites for installations and repairs. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision/life insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably with gantry cranes.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical assemblies.
• Ability to communicate effectively and understand instructions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage jobsite as lead technician.
• Perform troubleshooting and repair of systems as required.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Hydraulic systems

Electrical testing

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Assemble and perform preventative maintenance and repairs on intermodal heavy equipment in an outdoor environment.

Essential Functions:

• Lead technician will be responsible for overseeing the entire job and managing the jobsite.
• Assemble intermodal heavy equipment at customer site.
• Read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Perform troubleshooting and repair of systems and components, as required.
• Maintain accurate records, as required.
• Perform detailed equipment inspections and preventative maintenance following OEM specifications.
• Respond to customer equipment requests.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad, safety, health, and environmental regulations, policies, and procedures for a goal of zero incidents and injuries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience/Training/Education:

Required: High school diploma or GED and 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably with gantry cranes. Experience with crane signaling is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ability to meet deadlines; understand and follow written and verbal instructions; communicate effectively; work cooperatively with supervisors, management, vendors, and employees. Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical assemblies and testing experience is required.

Physical and Environmental Elements:

This role involves working indoors and outdoors in all seasons, with exposure to noise, chemicals, heavy equipment, and machinery. Requires good hand/eye coordination, finger dexterity, hand strength, and the ability to grasp, lift, push, and pull. Tasks involve climbing, twisting, bending, squatting, and kneeling for extended periods. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and pull approximately 20 lbs. Must be able to ascend/descend ladders or scaffolding. Travel up to 70% to customer sites, including overnight stays.

Special Requirements/Certification:

Obtain an E-Rail security clearance badge.

We foster a collaborative team environment that values innovation and encourages creative solutions. Our employees are key to our success. The hourly pay range is $48.00 to $50.00, with final offers based on experience, education, skills, and location. Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, and a 401(k).

Liftking Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, age, military status, disability, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected categories.

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About the company

Liftking Manufacturing produces rough terrain forklifts, container handlers, military forklifts, straight mast forklifts, and other heavy equipment.

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