Senior Crane Workshop Technician: Train, Diagnose, Repair

Tadano Pan America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tadano Pan America in Houston, TX seeks a Lead Workshop Technician to supervise and train the shop team, diagnose cranes, perform repairs, and ensure Tadano quality. You will supervise staff, enforce safety rules, and monitor inventory and parts while coordinating with management on improvements.

This full-time role requires strong mechanical skills, forklift operation, and a commitment to safety. You will manage workflow, mentor technicians, and support continuous shop efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical experience in crane diagnosis, maintenance, and repair.
• Working knowledge of applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability and willingness to work 40+ hours per week, including Saturdays as needed.
• Ability to safely operate electric and LP-powered forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Guide and train technicians with various repairs.
• Performs diagnosis and repairs of cranes.
• Ensure that all repairs are completed to meet Tadano quality and expectations.
• Meet with management to deliver feedback and develop work optimization strategies.
• Implement strategies to optimize workflow and operational efficiency.
• Implement training curriculum for training of technicians.
• Monitor inventory levels and replenish supplies as needed.
• Perform administrative tasks such as ordering of parts, opening work orders, assigning repairs and keeping management updates on completion dates.
• Upkeep workshop parts inventory.

Skills

Crane diagnosis

Crane maintenance

Safety regulations

Forklift operation

Job description

Tadano Pan America in Houston, TX seeks a Lead Workshop Technician to supervise and train the shop team, diagnose cranes, perform repairs, and ensure Tadano quality. You will supervise staff, enforce safety rules, and monitor inventory and parts while coordinating with management on improvements.

This full-time role requires strong mechanical skills, forklift operation, and a commitment to safety. You will manage workflow, mentor technicians, and support continuous shop efficiency improvements.