Overhead Crane Technician

Overhead Crane Technician
Richmond, V


nationwide crane service provider is actively searching for Overhead Crane Technician in the Richmond, VA area. This client supports Navy bases nationwide on their crane operations.


s an Overhead Crane Inspector, your role will encompass crucial responsibilities to ensure the safety and reliability of our nation's weight handling equipment. You will interface daily with government personnel who will depend on you to ensure their mission readiness. You will execute extremely thorough inspections, perform preventive maintenance, and complete repairs in accordance with stringent standards.



Responsibilities

• Perform work safely
• Maintain the integrity, safety, and reputation of the company
• Professionally present yourself and communicate with customers
• Maintain accountability of assigned equipment and keep it in good working order
• Mechanicaldiagnose and repair components such as gears, wheel bearings, wire rope, hook blocks, brakes, and driveshafts
• Electrical diagnose and repair components such as festoons, pendants, wireless controllers, disconnects and fuses, runway electrification, standard control components and motors
• Structural diagnose and repair components such as end stops, structural members, welds, and runways
• Troubleshoot commercial components using OEM manuals for electrical, mechanical, and structural components
• Develop solutions and estimates for electrical, mechanical, and structural component-level repairs
• Gather the necessary data for senior personnel to develop estimates for major repairs, overhauls, and crane replacements
• Understand crane terminology including crane components
• Perform proper OSHA and NAVFAC P-307 inspections

• Demonstrate knowledge and familiarity with industry standards such as OSHA, ASME, ANSI, CMAA, MHIA, EM-385
• Plan general inspections and repairs as described above
  
  
  
  Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience as an overhead crane inspector OR five years' experience in a related role such as material handling service technician or industrial electrician
• Driver's license
• Willing and able to work at heights
• Pass background check
• Experience with or exposure to the U.S. Navy Weight Handling Program is preferred
• Overnight travel approximately 12-16 weeks per year, typically on weekdays
  
  
  
  Compensation and Benefits

• Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance 100% paid for by employer
• Employer-matching retirement contribution program
• PTO, Holidays, nd Sick Leave
• Vehicle provided for work use

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