Shop Crane Technician

The Manitowoc Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Vacation and Holiday pay

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading equipment services provider in Houston, Texas is seeking a full-time Mechanic/Technician to perform essential maintenance and repair tasks. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a minimum of two years of related experience, along with mechanical and electrical knowledge. The role requires a focus on safety and excellent customer service. The position includes benefits such as a sign-on bonus, educational opportunities, and 401(k) plans starting on day one.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience as a Mechanic/Technician required.
• Experience in preventative maintenance and light equipment repair.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work safely required.

Responsibilities

• Read schematics and perform light troubleshooting of systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and equipment repairs.
• Demonstrate safe work habits and participate in safety training.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical schematics

Hydraulic schematics

Excellent customer service

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic set of hand tools

Job description

Job Description

This position will be located at Houston, Texas branch for MGX Equipment Services and reports to the Service Manager. Candidates hired for this role will receive a $4,500 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

• Must be able to read schematics (both hydraulic and electrical)
• Experience in preventative maintenance (oil changes) and light equipment repair (break jobs)
• Light troubleshooting of electrical and hydraulic systems
• Must have mechanical background and related experience with electrical and hydraulics
• Must be a self‑starter with the initiative to advance
• Must have a clean background and demonstrate safe work habits
• Ability and desire to provide excellent customer service is essential
• Possession of a strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills are required
• Basic set of hand tools required

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Mechanic/Technician required. Vocational training may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Must be able to read both electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change as required by manager

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
• And much more!

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. 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 employee 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.