Crane Mechanic

8de4ee8c-3048-4379-8601-0cea83a2ec73•Aiken, SC

About The Position

Bigge Crane and Rigging Co. is seeking a Crane Mechanic to repair, service, and maintain rough-terrain, crawler, and mobile cranes, as well as a variety of forklifts. The role requires a strong background in mechanical systems, including electrical systems, drivetrains, engines, hydraulics, and computer-controlled systems, along with expertise in diagnosing and repairing equipment. The mechanic performs equipment repairs, maintenance, annual certifications, and inspections. The position involves communicating professionally with supervisors and other personnel, reading hydraulic and electrical schematics, and working independently. Evening and weekend work may be needed for crane repairs in the shop. The mechanic must be able to lift up to 40 pounds, supply their own hand tools, and drive and maintain a company service truck.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience repairing and maintaining rough-terrain, crawler, and mobile crane construction equipment; vocational training may be considered in lieu of experience.
A strong background in electrical systems, drivetrains, engines, hydraulics, and computer-controlled systems.
Ability to perform annual certifications and inspections.
Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
Computer literacy and ability to process information.
Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
Knowledge of troubleshooting equipment lines including Manitowoc, Grove, Terex, Tadano, Broderson, Kobelco, and Liebherr cranes.
A history of safe work habits.
Current valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Ability to drive and maintain a company service truck.
High school diploma.

Nice To Haves

Higher education, including vocational training, is a plus.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain rough-terrain, crawler, and mobile cranes, as well as various types of forklifts, with a primary focus on servicing and repairing this equipment.
Diagnose, repair, and maintain mobile crane equipment and related mechanical systems, including electrical, drivetrain, engine, hydraulic, and computer-controlled systems.
Perform annual certifications and inspections, and conduct competent inspections of cranes.
Read hydraulic and electrical schematics.
Work independently without direct supervision and communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors and other personnel.
Work evenings and weekends for crane repairs in the shop when needed.
Supply and maintain personal hand tools and keep the service truck's tool inventory up to date.
Drive a company service truck and keep it clean and maintained.
Lift up to 40 pounds.