Field Crane Technician

MGX Equipment Services, LLC•Houston, TX

2d•$31 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

MGX Equipment Services is hiring a Field Crane Technician for its Houston, Texas branch. The technician inspects, diagnoses, repairs, and maintains crane equipment, including mobile cranes and boom trucks. The role reports to the Service Manager and may involve travel to job sites and training for up to 50% of the time. The position is full-time, with typical hours between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Overtime and weekend work may be possible depending on business conditions. Compensation is described as $25.00–$45.00 per hour in the initial posting information, and later as $31.00–$57.00 per hour for non-bargaining employees, depending on skills and qualifications. Pay is biweekly. Successful hires receive a $4,500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days of continuous service and may qualify for up to $1,500 per calendar year through the Tool Reimbursement Program. Relocation assistance may be available to those who qualify. A customized training plan and career path are identified for each technician and provided within the first week of employment. The work may expose employees to extreme temperatures, varied weather, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noise. Physical duties include occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and frequent lifting or moving of up to 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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.
May be required to travel to job sites and for training up to 50% of the time.
Excellent communication skills and a customer/client focus.
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills.
Experience working 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/Technician.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot various mobile hydraulic and lattice cranes.
Complete tasks independently without direct supervision.
Perform thorough and accurate annual inspections.
Complete work reports, hours reports, time sheets, hours overviews, and expense reports accurately.
Provide excellent customer service.
Perform job functions safely, use required personal protective equipment, and follow job-specific and facility-wide safety and health procedures.
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 issues when able.
Perform other duties as assigned.