Shop Crane Technician

The Manitowoc Company•Geismar, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Crane Technician is responsible for performing job functions in a safe manner, wearing all required Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.), and following established safety and health procedures. The role requires active participation in safety and health training and the ability to bring safety and health issues to management's attention. This is a full-time position with typical 1st shift hours, and overtime or weekend work may be possible. The work environment involves exposure to elements such as extreme temperatures, various weather conditions, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises. Employees may be required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and frequently lift or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities are also required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Crane Mechanic/Technician
Ability to read both electrical and hydraulic schematics
Must have excellent communication skills with a customer/client focus
Basic computer skills
Required to purchase full set of hand tools up to 1.5 inches.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with different forms of mobile crane equipment, specifically Grove RT & TMS Cranes; Grove GMK European Cranes; Manitowoc EPIC and/or Traditional Cranes; National Boom Trucks
Welding experience with AWS D1.1 certification, or ability to obtain certification within 3-6 months after hire
Possession of a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record

Responsibilities

Perform job functions in a safe manner.
Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) required by Company policy for the job being performed.
Know and follow established job specific and facility wide safety and health procedures and rules.
Actively 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 those you can.