Shop Crane Technician

The Manitowoc Company•Ankeny, IA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

MGX Equipment Services is hiring a Shop Crane Technician for its Ankeny, Iowa branch. The technician inspects, diagnoses, repairs, and maintains crane equipment, including mobile cranes and boom trucks. The position reports to the Service Manager. The role includes troubleshooting and repairing mobile hydraulic and lattice cranes and their hydraulic and electrical components. Technicians perform annual inspections, test repaired equipment against OEM specifications, prepare for jobs, document work, and provide customer service. The job requires working safely and using required personal protective equipment. A customized training plan and career path are provided within the first week of employment. This is a full-time position with typical hours between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Overtime and weekend work may be possible depending on business conditions. Work may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, weather, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, odors, and loud noises, as well as occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling and frequent lifting or moving of up to 40 pounds. The pay range is $29.00–$56.00 per hour, depending on skills and qualifications, for non-bargaining employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of experience as a mechanic or technician.
Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
Excellent communication skills and a customer/client focus.
Ability to purchase a full set of hand tools up to 1.5 inches.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent lifting or moving of up to 40 pounds and occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Ability to perform the job in conditions that may include extreme temperatures, varying weather, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises.

Nice To Haves

Experience with mobile crane equipment, particularly Grove RT and TMS cranes, Grove GMK European cranes, Manitowoc EPIC and/or Traditional cranes, or 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, technical drawings, and electrical and hydraulic schematics.
Test mechanical, electronic, electrical, and hydraulic products and equipment after repairs or modifications to ensure 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 job functions safely, wear required PPE, follow safety procedures, participate in safety training, and report or correct safety issues where possible.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

$4,500 sign-on bonus, payable after 90 days of continuous service.
Tool reimbursement program of up to $1,500 per calendar year.
Competitive total rewards package, including 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.