Senior Technician - Houston, TX

VetJobs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Hoist & Crane Service Group in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior Technician, a heavy equipment mechanic specializing in crane modernization and repair. The role includes on-site field work, on-call availability, and leading field technicians in a safety-first environment.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting and upgrading cranes, conducting OSHA inspections, training staff, coordinating with management, and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–7 years crane repair experience or 3–4 years electrical/mechanical in lieu.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• On-call work and after-hours service as required.
• Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and upgrade industrial hoists and cranes at customer sites.
• Train and mentor field technicians.
• Perform OSHA crane inspections and generate inspection reports.
• Coordinate with Service Manager to schedule daily work.
• Advise customers on repairs and safety improvements.
• Maintain company equipment and vehicles in safe condition.
• Operate tools and vehicles safely; report deficiencies.
• Maintain supplies and work with team.

Skills

Crane repair

Troubleshooting

Leadership

On-call readiness

Safety focus

Education

High School

Tools

Hand tools

Crane inspection software

Job description

Job Description

• $5,000 sign on bonus
• Level: Experienced
• Job Location:
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: High School
• Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Skilled Labor – Trades

The Senior Technician is a heavy equipment mechanic that specializes in the modernization and repairing of cranes. This position may perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs and upgrades; as well as solving complex problems when the crane malfunction. This position must encompass self-sufficiency, leadership abilities, effective communication and professionalism in an effort to lead field technicians and be the liaison between HCSG management and customers. The Technician position work in a safety-first type of environment. HCSG is a 24/7 service company that requires technicians to be available on-call and provide after hour or even weekend services as required due to customer needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Must be able to be on-call and provide after hour services as required.
• Troubleshooting, repairing, inspecting, and upgrading industrial hoists and cranes in the field at customer locations.
• Train and mentor field technicians
• Perform OSHA required hoist and crane inspections and generating inspection reports and repair orders.
• Communicate with the Service Manager and Branch Manager during the day so that work can be scheduled and completed on a daily basis.
• Consult with customers regarding all repair and safety related issues and discuss recommendations that will assist the customer with improving their services.
• Maintain all company issued equipment, vehicle, and assets in a safe and proper working order.
• Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles in a safe and responsible manner. Notify immediate supervisor of any deficiencies.
• Maintain supply of HCSG forms and miscellaneous materials in the company vehicle.
• Maintain the ability to work with others in team environment.

Required

• Attend company provided trainings and seminars as required.
• Participate in HCSG 5 Marks program
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is labor intensive. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a daily basis. Must be able to lift up to 100lbs on a rare basis. This position requires 90% of frequent climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, overhead reaching, bending, squatting and prolonged standing and sitting. It requires occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, and crawling. The position also involves great hand and eye coordination. Heights exceedingly over 50 feet from time to time are normal to incur on a daily basis to maintain a crane. Employee will be required to travel from time to time (20 50%) and must be willing to work various shifts to accommodate needs of HCSG branches and customers. This includes on-call and overtime. Travel out of town may be required at the discretion of the company.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is normally performed inside or outside (pending customer requirements) with varying degrees of extreme hot and cold temperatures depending on the weather. During summer months, temperatures can exceed 120 degrees. This position will be frequently exposed to noise, heights, fumes, dust, and odors.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• At least 5-7 years of crane repair experience or at least 3-4 of years electrical and/or mechanical experience in lieu of crane repair & maintenance experience
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background (DISA) and submit to random and annual drug testing as required
• Must have a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record
• Must always commit to working and driving safely
• Must be willing to work off the ground at various heights
• Must have basic computer skills to work with web-based crane inspection programs
• Must be able to communicate well with others and work independently or as a team
• Knowledge of hand tools and/or possess hand tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical training certificate

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

• City: Houston
• State: Texas

Job Code

Technician_ _Technician

Affiliate Sponsor

Hoist & Crane Service Group