Shop Crane Technician

The Manitowoc Company; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and 401(k) from day one

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and holiday pay

Paid parental leave

Team building and community events

Scholarship program

Job summary

The Manitowoc Company in Baton Rouge, LA is hiring a Crane Mechanic/Technician. The role requires 2 years of crane repair experience and familiarity with Grove RT & TMS, GMK European, Manitowoc EPIC or traditional cranes, and National Boom Trucks.

You must read electrical and hydraulic schematics and have welding experience or the ability to obtain AWS D1.1 certification within 3–6 months. Expect to maintain tools, demonstrate strong customer focus, possess a valid driver’s license, and use

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2 years of crane mechanic/technician experience preferred.
• Experience with Grove RT, TMS, GMK, Manitowoc EPIC or traditional cranes; National Boom Trucks preferred.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics; welding with AWS D1.1 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read electrical and hydraulic schematics to diagnose and repair crane systems.
• Perform safe and efficient crane maintenance and repairs with customer focus.
• Maintain tools and comply with PPE and safety rules.
• Possess valid driver's license and keep a clean driving record.

Skills

Electrical schematics reading

Hydraulic schematics reading

Communication skills

Driver's license

Basic computer skills

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AWS D1.1 welding certification

Tools

Hand tools up to 1.5 inches

Job description

• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Crane Mechanic/Technician preferred.
• Experience working with different forms of mobile crane equipment, specifically Grove RT & TMS Cranes; Grove GMK European Cranes; Manitowoc EPIC and/or Traditional Cranes; National Boom Trucks preferred.
• Must be able to read both electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Welding experience with AWS D1.1 certification, or ability to obtain certification within 3-6 months after hire preferred.
• Must have excellent communication skills with a customer/client focus.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record preferred.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Required to purchase full set of hand tools up to 1.5 inches.

Job Description

• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Crane Mechanic/Technician preferred.
• Experience working with different forms of mobile crane equipment, specifically Grove RT & TMS Cranes; Grove GMK European Cranes; Manitowoc EPIC and/or Traditional Cranes; National Boom Trucks preferred.
• Must be able to read both electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Welding experience with AWS D1.1 certification, or ability to obtain certification within 3-6 months after hire preferred.
• Must have excellent communication skills with a customer/client focus.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record preferred.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Required to purchase full set of hand tools up to 1.5 inches.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Perform job functions in a safe manner.
• Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) required by Company policy for the job being performed.
• Know and follow established job specific and facility wide safety and health procedures and rules.
• Actively participate in safety and health training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Bring safety and health issues, unsafe acts, and safety suggestions to management’s attention or correct those you can.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including benefits and 401(k) beginning day one of employment.
• Continuing education and training opportunities; tuition reimbursement for those who qualify.
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• Team building, engagement events, and community involvement
• Scholarship Program
• And much more!

Working Conditions

This is a full-time position with typical 1st shift hours. Overtime and weekend work may be possible based on business conditions.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position will be required to work in an environment with exposure to elements such as extreme temperatures and various weather conditions, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises. While performing the duties of this job, the employees is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. There is frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Pay & Training

This position offers a pay range between $23.00 - $50.00 per hour depending on skills and qualifications for non-bargaining employees. Pay is provided on a bi-weekly basis and there are 14 days in the pay period, beginning on a Monday and ending on a Sunday.

A customized training plan and career path is identified for each technician and provided within the first week of employment, outlining growth and advancement opportunities.

The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.