Crane Service Technician - Boom/Tele Boom Cranes

The Blue Collar Recruiter•Olathe, KS

About The Position

Mechanics inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain various crane equipment, including mobile cranes such as all-terrain, rough-terrain, crawler cranes, boom trucks, knuckle booms, and bucket trucks. Experience with electrical and hydraulic systems is preferred. An aptitude test is required. The role may be based in a shop or in the field. Shop technicians typically work 40 to 50 hours per week, depending on immediate needs; field technicians typically work 40 to 80 hours per week, depending on customer needs. Field technicians periodically travel for one- to four-day intervals. A valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record are required for field technician positions.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a mobile crane mechanic or technician.
Ability to operate and inspect cranes to diagnose defects.
Working knowledge of CANBUS, PAT, EKS, ECOS, LICCON, and Greer systems.
Ability to use micrometers and gauges to examine parts.
Ability to read operating manuals, parts manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
Ability to test repaired or modified mechanical, electronic, electrical, and hydraulic equipment.
Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
Ability to comply with safety requirements, manufacturer procedures, and other regulations.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Aptitude test required.
For field technician positions, a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record are required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with electrical and hydraulic systems.
Experience with mobile crane equipment, particularly Grove RT and TMS cranes, Grove GMK European cranes, Manitowoc, Liebherr, Terex, Palfinger, IMT, Cormach, National, Demag, and Manitex.
Willingness and ability to work overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

Operate and inspect cranes to diagnose defects.
Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges.
Read and understand operating and parts manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
Test mechanical, electronic, electrical, and hydraulic products and equipment after repair or modification to verify proper operation and compliance with OEM specifications.
Prepare for jobs by checking parts and drawings for accuracy and completeness.
Work independently without direct supervision.
Follow safety requirements, manufacturer procedures, and other regulations.
Complete work reports, hours reports, time sheets, hours overviews, work orders, and expense reports.
Provide exceptional customer service and communicate effectively.