Shop Crane Technician

The Manitowoc Company•Aurora, CO

About The Position

MGX Shop Crane Technicians inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain crane equipment, including mobile cranes and boom trucks. The position reports to the Service Manager. New hires receive a $2,500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days of continuous service and may be eligible for up to $1,500 per calendar year through the Tool Reimbursement Program. Relocation assistance may be available to those who qualify. The role includes operating and inspecting cranes to diagnose defects; troubleshooting and repairing mobile hydraulic and lattice cranes and their hydraulic and electrical components; examining parts for damage or excessive wear; and testing repaired or modified equipment to confirm proper operation and compliance with OEM specifications. Technicians prepare for work by verifying parts and drawings, conduct annual inspections, complete required work and expense reports, work independently, and provide excellent customer service. Other duties may be assigned. This full-time position typically works between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Overtime and weekend work may be possible based on business conditions. Work may involve extreme temperatures and varied weather, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises. The job involves occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and frequent lifting or moving of up to 40 pounds. Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employees must follow company safety procedures, wear required personal protective equipment, participate in safety training, and report or address safety issues. The hourly pay range is $29.00–$56.28, depending on skills and qualifications, for non-bargaining employees. Pay is biweekly. Each technician receives a customized training plan and career path within the first week of employment. Benefits and other offerings include benefits and a 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 community involvement events, and a scholarship program.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
A minimum of two years of experience as a Crane Mechanic/Technician is preferred.
Ability to work with different types of mobile crane equipment.
Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
Excellent communication skills and a customer/client focus.
Must purchase a full set of hand tools up to 1.5 inches.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including frequent lifting or moving of up to 40 pounds and the stated vision abilities.
Ability to follow required safety and health procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Grove RT and TMS cranes, Grove GMK European cranes, Manitowoc EPIC and/or Traditional cranes, and National Boom Trucks.
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Operate and thoroughly inspect cranes to diagnose defects.
Diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot mobile hydraulic and lattice cranes, including hydraulic and electrical components.
Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges.
Read and interpret operating and parts manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
Test repaired or modified mechanical, electronic, electrical, and hydraulic products and equipment for proper operation and compliance with OEM specifications.
Prepare for jobs by checking parts and drawings for accuracy and completeness.
Perform thorough and accurate annual inspections.
Complete work reports, hours reports, time sheets, hours overviews, and expense reports accurately.
Accomplish tasks independently without direct supervision.
Provide excellent customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform work safely, wear required personal protective equipment, follow safety procedures, participate in safety training, and bring safety issues or suggestions to management’s attention or correct them when possible.

Benefits

$2,500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days of continuous service.
Tool Reimbursement Program of up to $1,500 per calendar year.
Relocation assistance may be available to qualifying 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, engagement events, and community involvement.
Scholarship Program.
Customized training plan and career path outlining growth and advancement opportunities.