Crane Technician (3rd Shift)

General Dynamics Electric Boat•North Kingstown, RI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for a new career and new challenges? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that offers room to grow? If yes, then apply today for the position of Crane Maintenance Technician at Electric Boat where we will assist in building the most advanced and sophisticated submarines in the world! What We Offer: Medical, Dental, Vision 401K plan with up to 6% employer match Paid Vacation and Holidays Shift Premium Health and Wellness Programs Commuter/Van Services/Ripta Tuition Reimbursement Programs Safety Boot Reimbursement Program Growth Opportunities Responsibilities of the Crane Technician include, but are not limited to, the following: Performing both mechanical and electrical/electronic inspection and repairs on cranes and various weight handling equipment assets Performing routine maintenance and inspection and diagnosing and repair of both mechanical and electrical deficiencies associated with crane assets Maintaining and troubleshooting load bearing/controlling components on weight bearing handling equipment This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED or 2 years of related technical experience
2+ years of experience in a mechanic or electrical field or fabrication experience
Experience in analog and digital AC and DC drive controllers, motors, generators, alternators, resister banks, oil and vibration analyses equipment, etc.
Must be able to work all shifts, overtime, weekends, at heights, confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required
Must be willing to learn the proper use of various measuring instruments such as torque wrenches, dial calipers, thread and feeler gauges or other precision measuring devices
Possess a valid driver’s license
Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
Must possess strong computer skills (MS Office suite), communication and interpersonal skills
Applicant will be required to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals
Must be attentive to detail

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of solid state circuitry components and programmable logic controlling is preferred
electrical license is preferred
Basic knowledge and background relative to weight handling equipment inspection, diagnostics and repair, electrical/electronics and systems, motor circuits and motor controllers inclusive of motor brake theory and operation, VF drives, etc. is preferred
Basic mechanical skills to perform routine maintenance involving these types of systems as well as structural members, internal gearing and drive train types and applications of fasteners and mechanical joints is preferred
Use of electrical meters (analog and digital) PLC's, motor circuit analysis or other related basic electrical/electronic troubleshooting instrumentation is desirable.
Military/Navy experience preferred
Additional preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs

Responsibilities

Performing both mechanical and electrical/electronic inspection and repairs on cranes and various weight handling equipment assets
Performing routine maintenance and inspection and diagnosing and repair of both mechanical and electrical deficiencies associated with crane assets
Maintaining and troubleshooting load bearing/controlling components on weight bearing handling equipment