Crane Main Mech A

Job Description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Crane Maintenance Mechanic, to join our team in Seattle, SeaTac, Renton, Tukwila, Kent, Auburn and Puyallup, Washington.

As a crane maintenance mechanic, you will ensure the safety and efficient operation of our cranes, essential equipment for our manufacturing processes.

You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards and ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and join our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.

Position Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, repair, rebuild, retrofit, modify, assemble, disassemble, troubleshoot, analyze, diagnose, calibrate, adjust, and test mechanical systems and or subsystems of all types of cranes such as, but not limited to cab operated, radio controlled, jib type, pendant operated, etc. Know, understand, and work in compliance with SHEA and other applicable codes and regulations for overhead cranes

• Coordinate and work with management, engineering, equipment vendors, and other organizations to analyze equipment design requirements and capabilities.

• Use schematics, blueprints, sketches, manuals, technical documents, written information, verbal information, applicable procedures, codes and ordinances.

• Determine and/or develop methods where procedures may not be available.

• Devise and make shop aids to facilitate work. Operate and utilize mechanical, test equipment and test systems, precision devices in failure analysis, all forms of predictive/preventative technologies, as required on cranes.

• Operate, use and maintain overhead maintenance work platforms

• Maintain, adjust, install and repair, hydraulic, pneumatic and electric brake system components on cranes and bridges as requires.

• Inspect and maintain building runway rails and expansion joints.

• Maintain mechanical crane and hoist systems including cables, chain, sheaves and hooks.

• Perform the operational tests and load tests of cranes and bridges as required by Engineering, SHEA and other applicable codes and regulations.

• Maintain logs, charts, and perform written and verbal tie-in records.

• Prepare reports and schedules as required.

• Work with and assist employees of other classifications as required.

• Perform work in other classifications when incidental but necessary to the accomplishment of the assignment.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:

• Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.

• Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.

• Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.

• Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.

• Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.

• Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ Years experience using schematics, blueprints, sketches, manuals, technical documents, written information, verbal information, applicable procedures, codes and ordinances

• 2+Years experience maintaining mechanical cranes and hoists systems including cables, chain sheaves and hooks.

• This position requires an individual when working at heights to utilize fall protection equipment that has weight limitations.

• Able to lift up to 35 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience inspecting and maintaining building runway rails and expansion joints.

• Preference given to those with 2 years overhead crane experience.

Typical Education & Experience:

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Relocation:

• Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Union Representation Statement:

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Shift Work Statement :

• This position is for all shifts

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary pay range: 33.32 – 61.01

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 25, 2026

Language Requirements

English Preferred

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 2nd shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.