Overhead Crane Technician

Insight Global; Washington; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an Overhead Crane Technician in the Greater Washington, DC area. This role involves performing inspections, repairs, and maintenance of overhead cranes according to Navy and Marine Corps standards, ensuring service quality and technician development alongside compliance with safety regulations.

Benefits

Healthcare insurance offerings

Paid leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Overhead Crane Inspector or Service Technician.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing crane components.
• Strong understanding of OSHA, ASME, ANSI standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, load tests, and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and structural crane components.
• Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshoot crane system issues.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Structural analysis

Job description

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Base pay range

$50,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

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Insight Global is seeking an Overhead Crane Technician to join our clients team in in the Greater Washington, DC area. The Overhead Crane Technician is responsible for the inspection, repair, and maintenance of overhead cranes and related weight-handling equipment. This role ensures compliance with Navy and Marine Corps standards while maintaining a high level of service quality, efficiency, and technician development. The technician will perform independent inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs while coordinating with supervisors and customers to ensure successful service delivery.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company, industry, and government regulations.
• Perform inspections, load tests, and preventive maintenance on weight-handling equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and structural crane components, including:
• Mechanical: Gears, wheel bearings, wire rope, hook blocks, brakes, driveshafts.
• Electrical: Festoons, pendants, wireless controllers, disconnects, fuses, runway electrification, control components, motors.
• Structural: End stops, structural member deformation, weld inspections, runway structure assessments.
• Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshoot crane system issues.
• Develop estimates for electrical, mechanical, and structural component-level repairs.
• Document inspection findings and repairs in compliance with company and industry standards.
• Perform OSHA and NAVFAC P-307 inspections and ensure compliance with industry standards such as OSHA, ASME, ANSI, CMAA, MHIA, and EM-385.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as an Overhead Crane Inspector, Service Technician, or a related field.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electrical, mechanical, and structural crane components.
• Strong understanding of OSHA, ASME, ANSI, CMAA, MHIA, and EM-385 safety and operational standards.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and structural drawings.
• Strong computer skills for reporting, documentation, and project tracking.
• Ability to work at heights up to 130 feet.
• Willingness to travel overnight as required.

Plus:

• Knowledge of Navy and Marine Corps weight handling equipment programs.
• Experience with NAVFAC P-307 inspections and compliance.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Level II NDT Inspector in magnetic particle and dye penetrant methods.
• AWS certified welder.
• Factory training in crane control systems.
• Licensed forklift and manlift operator.

Compensation:

$50,000 to $75,000 per year annual salary.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role include:Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Building Construction

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