Port Crane Technician 1

State of Louisiana; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana, Lake Charles Port, seeks a Port Crane Technician I to perform advanced electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic maintenance on rail-mounted gantry cranes and rubber-tire harbor cranes at the Port of Lake Charles. The job requires physical labor outdoors in all weather and the ability to work around waterfront facilities.

Promotional eligibility applies to current permanent Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District employees.

Qualifications

• One year of experience or training in installation, maintenance, or repair of hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and/or electronic systems in either a commercial or industrial setting.
• One year of experience or training in the maintenance or repair of computer-driven heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance on cranes, control systems, and related hardware, including testing and replacements.
• Perform mechanical and hydraulic maintenance on cranes, greasing moving parts and repairing components.

Skills

Crane maintenance

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Job description

OUR MISSION

TO ACTIVELY CREATE, FACILITATE AND ENHANCE BENEFITS FROM MARITIME TRANSPORTATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF ITS CUSTOMERS, STAKEHOLDERS, AND THE CITIZENS OF SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

Performs advanced level duties in the repair and maintenance of computer-driven cranes, equipment and vehicles used at the Port of Lake Charles.

Performance of these duties requires the ability to perform manual physical labor such as standing, stooping, bending, walking, pushing, pulling, climbing and lifting 30 pounds or more; work outdoors in all types of weather; work around waterfront

Promotional- Eligible applicants must be a current, permanent classified employee of Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District.

• One year of experience or training in the installation, maintenance, or repair of hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and/or electronic systems in either a commercial or industrial setting; OR
• One year of experience or training in the maintenance or repair of computer-driven heavy equipment.

• New employees must be able to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).

Job Duties

Crane Electrical Repairs: Incumbent is responsible for performing all electrical maintenance on the Port's rail mounted gantry cranes and rubber tire mobile harbor cranes. This includes, but is not limited to inspection, testing, routine maintenance, periodic maintenance, preventive maintenance, repairs and replacement (or all in part) to all electrical systems. This includes but is not limited to complex electrical/electronic systems, computer programs, and programmable logic controllers. Heavy industrial/solid state/analog and digital/ variable and single speed static and dynamic controlled systems, Ethernet cables, fiber optic cables, electronic cards, motor starters, coaxial cables, proximity switches, circuit breakers, bus interfaces and reversing contactors. Uses standard tools such as voltmeters, amp meters, watt meters and related equipment. Direct and assists other technicians in the repair or replacement of gear reduction systems and driveline assemblies, sheaves, drums, bearings, pins, block and wire ropes.

Crane Mechanical and Hydraulic Repairs: Incumbent is responsible for performing all mechanical and hydraulic maintenance on the Port's rail mounted gantry cranes and rubber tire mobile harbor cranes. This includes, but is not limited to inspection, testing, routine, periodic and preventive maintenance, repairs and replacement (all or in part) to all mechanical and hydraulic systems. This includes but is not limited to greasing/lubricating all moving parts and equipment as required, maintaining and repairing structural components and cranes, spreader bars, open and closed gearboxes, changing of large industrial wire ropes, installation of bearings, rollers and sheaves, maintenance and repair of large diesel engines and maintenance and repair of multifunction hydraulic control units and systems.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Promotional - Eligible applicants must be a current, permanent classified employee of Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Compensation: The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant. The starting minimum pay for the Port Crane Technician 1 is $24.10/hourly.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.