Shop Crane Technician

The Manitowoc Company; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tool reimbursement

401(k) from day one

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Manitowoc Company seeks a skilled Crane Technician for the Baton Rouge area to diagnose, repair, and test mobile and lattice cranes. You will read schematics, interpret manuals, and ensure OEM specs with hands-on rebuilding and testing.

Eligible candidates receive a $2,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days and can participate in a tool reimbursement program up to $1,500 yearly. Full-time role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of mechanic/technician experience.
• Experience with mobile crane equipment (Grove/TMS/GMK, Manitowoc EPIC/traditional).
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose defects by inspecting cranes and components.
• Repair and troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Read blueprints and manuals to ensure OEM specifications.
• Test equipment after repair for proper operation.
• Complete reports and timesheets accurately.
• Provide excellent customer service on site.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Hydraulic systems

Electrical schematics

Blueprints reading

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Grove RT & TMS Cranes

Grove GMK European Cranes

Manitowoc EPIC / Traditional Cranes

National Boom Trucks

Job description

This position will be located at the Baton Rouge, LA Branch for MGX Equipment Services and reports to the Service Manager.

*Candidates hired for this role will receive a $2,500 sign-on bonus, payable after 90 days continuous service; and be eligible for our Tool Reimbursement Program of up to $1,500 per calendar year

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operate and perform thorough inspection of cranes in order to diagnose defects.
• Diagnose, repair and troubleshoot various mobile hydraulic and lattice cranes; repair hydraulic and electrical components.
• Examines parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges. Reads, understands and interprets operating and parts manuals, blueprints and technical drawings.
• Tests mechanical, electronic, electrical and hydraulic products and equipment after repair or modification to ensure proper operation and compliance with OEM specifications.
• Prepares for jobs by checking parts and drawings for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform thorough and accurate annual inspections.
• Properly fills out working reports, hours reports, time sheets, hours overviews and expense reports.
• Capable of accomplishing tasks independently without direct supervision.
• Provides excellent customer service.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Mechanic/Technician required.
• 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.
• 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This is a full-time position with typical working hours between 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. 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.

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!

PAY & TRAINING:

This position offers a pay range between $26.00 - $53.00 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.