Crane Service Technician - Experienced

American Equipment

$83K — $104K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certifications preferred.
  • Experience in crane service or industrial maintenance.
  • Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to work at heights and in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

  • Perform complex inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and installations on overhead cranes and hoists.
  • Troubleshoot and repair uncommon brake systems and advanced auxiliary components.
  • Assist in project estimating, including scope, labor, and parts requirements.
  • Rig and install new cranes and hoists as needed.
  • Mentor and support junior technicians in their development.
  • Communicate effectively with customers and maintain detailed service documentation.
  • Lead complex repairs, installations, and troubleshooting as required.

Benefits

  • Three Medical Plan offerings through Cigna
  • FSA & HSA options for healthcare savings
  • Dental and Vision Insurance plans available
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability coverage
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 4% 401(k) Match for retirement savings
  • Vacation time and front-loaded sick time
  • Company-provided PPE for safety
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Relocation assistance available for new hires.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position Summary

We are seeking Advanced Crane Service Technicians to join our team in the Pacific, WA area. We hire and develop technicians across multiple experience levels (Level 3 through Master level). This advanced-level position is ideal for experienced technicians with strong mechanical and electrical skills. You will be responsible for performing complex inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and installations on overhead cranes and hoists, including systems with advanced auxiliary components. Advancement is based on demonstrated skills, experience, performance, and certifications. Technicians at all levels perform field service, repairs, and inspections on overhead cranes, hoists, and related lifting equipment.

Level 3 -Service Technician
  • Works on complex 3-motion cranes with auxiliaries such as roto hooks, encoder closed-loop systems, exotic brakes, and all brake types.
  • Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
  • Troubleshoots and repairs uncommon brake systems (e.g., Whiting SESA and Magnetek thruster brakes).
  • Assists in project estimating (scope, labor, and parts requirements).
  • Explains AC control circuit principles, including Ohm's Law and voltage drop.
  • Diagnoses mechanical systems (wheels, bearings, reducers) and supports basic operation of vacuum lifters, magnets, and load rotators.
  • Rigs and installs new cranes and hoists.
  • Mentors and supports junior technicians.
  • Communicates effectively with customers and maintains detailed service documentation.

Level 4 / Master - Service Technician
  • Strong knowledge of AC/DC theory with proven ability to troubleshoot 480VAC 3-phase motor control systems.
  • Experienced with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and PLC programming.
  • Minimum 2 years of hands-on electro-mechanical maintenance experience (or equivalent military experience).
  • Preferred: Associate's degree or equivalent vocational training.
  • High aptitude for both electrical and mechanical work environments with strong familiarity of mechanical and electrical equipment.
  • Capable of leading complex repairs, installations, and troubleshooting across all crane systems while mentoring technicians and interfacing professionally with customers.

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certifications preferred.
  • Experience in crane service or industrial maintenance.
  • Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to work at heights and in industrial environments.

Benefits
  • Three Medical Plan offerings through Cigna
  • FSA & HSA options
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 4% 401(k) Match
  • Vacation time and front loaded sick time
  • Company-provided PPE
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Relocation available

Salary Description

$40/hr - $50/hr

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