Shop Crane Technician

MGX Equipment Services; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,500 after 90 days

Tool reimbursement up to $1,500 per yr

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

MGX Equipment Services in Bloomington, MN is seeking a Shop Crane Technician to inspect, diagnose, repair and maintain mobile cranes and boom trucks, reporting to the Service Manager.

This full-time role offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days, a tool reimbursement program up to $1,500 per calendar year, and relocation assistance may be available. Overtime on the 1st shift is possible based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years crane mechanic/technician experience preferred.
• Experience with Grove RT & TMS cranes; Grove GMK European cranes; Manitowoc EPIC and/or National Boom Trucks preferred.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Excellent communication and customer-focused.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose cranes to determine defects.
• Repair and maintain mobile hydraulic and lattice cranes; repair hydraulic and electrical components.
• Read manuals, blueprints and drawings.
• Test equipment after repair to OEM specs.
• Complete reports and time sheets.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Reading schematics

Communication

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools up to 1.5 inches

Job description

Job Description

MGX Shop Crane Technicians are responsible for the inspection, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of various crane equipment including mobile cranes and boom trucks. This position reports to the Service Manager.

MGX Shop Crane Technicians are responsible for the inspection, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of various crane equipment including mobile cranes and boom trucks. This position 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. Relocation assistance may also be available to those who qualify.

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 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.
• 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 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.

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 $30.00 - $40.52 per hour depending on experience, skills and qualifications. 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.

“This is a union-represented position with Operating Engineers Local No. 49. Compensation and working conditions are defined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement, including structured wage rates. Eligible employees receive employer-sponsored health benefits and a 401(k) plan with company contributions.”

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.