Remote Field Service Technician: Crane & Lifting Systems

Palfinger Ag; Charleston (SC); Remote; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid PTO

Career growth

Job summary

PALFINGER is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to service Palfinger's truck-mounted equipment in Charleston, SC. This field role requires diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on cranes, forklifts, conveyors, and related truck equipment.

Candidates must have strong mechanical, hydraulics, electrical and welding skills, at least 3 years with cranes or forklifts, English proficiency, and a CDL or willingness to obtain one within 60 days.

Qualifications

• 3 years of mechanical experience or training with emphasis in articulating cranes and forklifts.
• Must be physically able to work in all weather conditions and lift 75lbs+ for extended periods.
• Must speak, read and write English.
• Must have a valid CDL driver’s license or willing to obtain one within 60 days of employment.
• Supply own tools; PALFINGER proprietary tools will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform field repairs and troubleshooting of articulating cranes, truck-mounted forklifts, conveyors, trucks and trailers.
• Perform quarterly preventive maintenance per customer schedule and Annual DOT inspections and warranty service.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled troubleshooting and repairs during working and non-working hours.
• Able to communicate mechanical issues and needed repairs to the job site and/or fleet managers.
• Responsible for service documentation in a timely manner that consists of estimates, work order authorization, ordering and recording parts, labor, and inventory documentation.
• Comply with state and federal safety regulations.
• Maintain clean and orderly company vehicle and job site equipment and work areas.

Skills

mechanical

hydraulics

electrical

troubleshooting

welding

CDL

English

Job description

PALFINGER is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to service Palfinger's truck-mounted equipment in Charleston, SC. This field role requires diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on cranes, forklifts, conveyors, and related truck equipment.

Candidates must have strong mechanical, hydraulics, electrical and welding skills, at least 3 years with cranes or forklifts, English proficiency, and a CDL or willingness to obtain one within 60 days.