Overhead Crane Technician — Field Service & Diagnostics

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay + Weekly Pay Schedule

Permanent, full-time role

Health & Wellness Benefits

Pension

Barnhart CARES family care and commu n

Work on specialized, high-value crane

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging in the United States is seeking skilled technicians to service, repair, install, and upgrade overhead cranes and related equipment in field settings. You will diagnose electrical and motor control systems, install VFDs, PLCs, and radio controls, and maintain high safety and quality standards.

This full-time, field-based role offers diverse projects, opportunities for advanced diagnostics, and a culture that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth.

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.
• Electrical and motor controls experience (preferred).
• Experience with VFDs, PLCs, and radio control systems (preferred).
• Overhead crane maintenance/repair experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, install, and upgrade overhead cranes and hoists.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and diagnose electrical and mechanical crane systems.
• Install and repair variable frequency drives (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 focus.
• Communicate with customers and team members to provide effective solutions.
• Work independently while supporting the One TEAM culture.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting electrical & motor

Independent worker

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Tools

VFDs

PLCs

Radio controls

Job description

Barnhart Crane & Rigging in the United States is seeking skilled technicians to service, repair, install, and upgrade overhead cranes and related equipment in field settings. You will diagnose electrical and motor control systems, install VFDs, PLCs, and radio controls, and maintain high safety and quality standards.

This full-time, field-based role offers diverse projects, opportunities for advanced diagnostics, and a culture that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth.