Field Crane Technician

The Manitowoc Company•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

MGX Field Crane Technicians inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain crane equipment, including mobile cranes and boom trucks. This position is based at MGX Equipment Services’ Houston, Texas branch and reports to the Service Manager. The posting describes a sign-on bonus of $4,500, payable after 90 days of continuous service, and eligibility for a Tool Reimbursement Program of up to $1,500 per calendar year. Relocation assistance may be available to qualified candidates. The position involves working in a range of weather and environmental conditions, including exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises. It is full-time, with typical working hours between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Overtime and weekend work may be possible depending on business conditions. Technicians receive an individualized training plan and career path within their first week, outlining growth and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Mechanical background and related experience with electrical systems and hydraulics.
Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
Experience in preventive maintenance and light equipment repair, such as oil changes and brake jobs.
Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
Excellent communication skills and a customer/client focus.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; frequent lifting or moving of up to 40 pounds; and required vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills.
Experience with different forms of mobile cranes and/or heavy equipment.
High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of experience as a Crane Mechanic or Technician.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot mobile hydraulic and lattice cranes.
Perform tasks independently without direct supervision.
Conduct thorough and accurate annual inspections.
Complete work reports, hours reports, time sheets, hours overviews, and expense reports accurately.
Provide excellent customer service.
Perform assigned additional duties.
Perform job functions safely, wear required personal protective equipment, and follow job-specific and facility-wide safety and health procedures.
Participate in safety and health training, demonstrate competency, and bring safety concerns or suggestions to management’s attention or correct issues when possible.
Travel to job sites and training when required, potentially up to 50% of the time.

Benefits

$4,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days of continuous service.
Tool reimbursement of up to $1,500 per calendar year.
Relocation assistance may be available to qualified candidates.
Benefits and 401(k) beginning on the first day of employment.
Continuing education and training opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify.
Vacation and holiday pay.
Paid parental leave.
Team-building and engagement events, and community involvement.
Scholarship program.
Customized training plan and career path outlining growth and advancement opportunities.