Crane Technician

Charleston’s Rigging and Marine Hardware, a CERTEX USA company, is seeking a dependable, Crane & Hoist Service Technician to join our team in Charleston, SC.

Position Overview

The Crane & Hoist Service Technician will provide quality installations, inspections, maintenance and repairs of overhead hoist and crane systems. Breakdowns will require troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical components and circuits.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Duties

• Troubleshoot and repair overhead cranes – Industrial Maintenance, Machine Repair, Industrial Electrician.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment (extensive knowledge of motor controls – 480 volt 3 phase, 120V controls, contactor controls and variable frequency drives).
• Breakdown calls (ability to troubleshoot both mechanical and electrical issues)
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities on equipment.
• Support customers by effectively interfacing with customer in repairing equipment as needed.
• Evaluate and make recommendations regarding required repairs.
• Provide a high level of communication with both Customer and Crane Manager.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Troubleshooting experience with 3 phase motor control systems.
• OSHA 10
• Valid driver license with a clean driving record
• Strong communications skills and customer-focused attitude.
• Punctual, reliable and able to work independently
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Other Requirements

• Pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and criminal background check
• Be able to provide valid documentation to provide proof of citizenship in accordance with I-9 document
• Display a professional and courteous attitude
• Report to work at the designated start time
• Willing to travel to various work sites or training as required
• Willing to work overtime, nights and weekends when necessary
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures and comply with the Company’s “Stop Work” policy
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designation operations and production areas as directed
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers and Supervisor with other duties as required

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five years’ work experience with Industrial Equipment, Overhead Cranes a positive

Working Conditions, Hours, Travel

• This job requires travel to and from client locations throughout a designated region as well as working in a warehouse environment
• This is a full-time position with standard work hours of Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. Occasional overtime required.
• Working at heights & some heavy lifting.
• Operating forklifts, personnel lifts.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in challenging environmental conditions (e.g., extreme temperatures, wet conditions, etc.).
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding, as well as perform overhead work.
• Manual dexterity to handle tools and parts effectively.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay Range: $25-$28 per hour
• Retention Bonus
• Uniforms Provided
• Steel Toe Boot Allowance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 9 Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• 401k with 401k Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Voluntary Life, Long and Short-Term Disability, Hospitalization, Critical Illness, Accident and Pet Insurance

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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