Shop Crane Technician

MGX Equipment Services; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and holiday pay

Paid parental leave

Team building events

Scholarship program

Job summary

MGX Equipment Services is seeking a Crane Mechanic/Technician with a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience. The role requires working with Grove RT & TMS cranes, GMK and Manitowoc models, plus the ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.

Welding (AWS D1.1) or the ability to obtain certification within 3–6 months is preferred. A valid driver's license and basic computer skills are also desired.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of experience as Crane Mechanic/Technician.
• Experience with Grove RT & TMS, Grove GMK, Manitowoc EPIC/traditional cranes, National Boom Trucks.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Welding experience with AWS D1.1 certification or obtainable within 3–6 months.
• Excellent communication with customer/client focus.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record preferred.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Must purchase full set of hand tools up to 1.5 inches.

Responsibilities

• This section mirrors qualifications and describes job interactions; responsibilities include crane maintenance and service activities as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer focus

Electrical & hydraulic schematics

Driver's license

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.