Crane Technician

Crane Technician

A national leader in overhead crane and industrial lifting company is looking for a Crane Technician in Portland, OR. This lead position focuses on electromechanical troubleshooting, field installation, and major component overhauls across Oregon and SW Washington. If you are a seasoned field technician, millwright, or industrial electrician looking for paid door-to-door transit, clear schedules, and top-tier hourly compensation in a culture that invests in personal development, this role offers exceptional stability and growth.

What's In It For You:

• Hourly rate up to $55/hr based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits; medical, dental, vision, and short/longterm disability.
• 401K with company match.
• Relocation assistance.
• Company truck, fuel card, and company phone.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Technicians get paid from door to door.

Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced electromechanical troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on overhead cranes, hoists, aerial lifts, and industrial machinery (80% field service, 20% shop work).
• Execute complex mechanical tasks, including gearbox teardowns/inspections, open-gear alignment, and hoist diagnostics.
• Lead installation projects for new crane systems, including precision layout, base-plate drilling, and epoxy anchoring.
• Serve as a technical resource and field leader for junior and apprentice technicians within the Portland branch.
• Partner with regional industrial facilities to deliver high-integrity preventative maintenance and emergency breakdown services.

Qualifications:

• High proficiency in industrial electricity (3-phase power, control wiring, motor controls) paired with strong mechanical skills (millwright background, hydraulics, or heavy equipment maintenance).
• Proven track record with overhead crane manufacturers, industrial rental fleets, aerial lift equipment, or heavy industrial machinery.
• Strong problem-solving drive; backgrounds in military technical trades, agricultural mechanics, or industrial rentals translate exceptionally well.
• Active forklift certification is mandatory; strong commitment to operating within an established corporate safety culture.

Application Process:

If your experience matches the description above, submit your resume, and one of our recruiters will be in touch to tell you more about the position and learn more about your experience and aspirations.