Heavy Equipment Shop Manager - Cranes

Heavy Equipment Shop Manager - Cranes $115000 - $120000 per year | Houston, TX | On-Site | Permanent Competitive Salary, Excellent Benefits, Bonus Potential, 401k, and More! A bit about us: We’re an established crane solutions provider with a national footprint and a reputation for quality, integrity, and customer-first service. Our team supports a diverse inventory of mobile cranes, parts, and related equipment. We are looking to bring on a hands‑on Service & Reconditioning Leader to oversee its crane service and rebuild operations. This is a working‑manager role—ideal for someone who enjoys leading a team while still being deeply involved in diagnostics, rebuilds, inspections, and complex troubleshooting on cranes. Why join us? High-impact leadership – Mentor and develop skilled technicians while setting the technical and safety bar for the operation. Stable, Long-Term Opportunity – Join an established operation with consistent work, clear direction, and a focus on doing things the right way. Collaborative Environment – Work closely with operations and sales teams with transparency, shared priorities, and no unnecessary bureaucracy. Competitive Compensation & Full Benefits – Strong base salary plus health, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off. Job Details We are seeking an experienced, driven, and detail-oriented Heavy Equipment Shop Manager. This role is pivotal in managing all aspects of our crane service and reconditioning shop, including workflow and scheduling, parts and inventory coordination, quality control, and equipment maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mobile cranes with factory training by Liebherr, Tadano, or Grove. Responsibilities Provide expert technical input on crane condition reports and trade‑in evaluations. Approve purchase requests and manage cost control on crane repairs. Ensure all mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems are tested, repaired, and documented according to company and safety standards. Provide hands‑on technical assistance and troubleshooting support to service technicians during complex repairs, diagnostics, or rebuilds. Develop and maintain technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic schematics for reference in future jobs. Train and mentor service personnel on advanced systems such as CAN‑bus controls, hydraulic load‑sensing systems, and electronic safety devices (e.g., LMI, RCL, or outrigger sensors). Oversee daily operations of the crane service and reconditioning shop. Supervise mechanics, welders, electricians, and support staff to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety standards. Solve complex problems related to crane operations and maintenance. Manage inventory to ensure parts are available as needed. Maintain high standards of quality control in all aspects of the job. Oversee regular maintenance of all equipment to ensure optimal performance. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in mobile cranes with factory training by Liebherr, Tadano, or Grove. Proven experience in workflow and scheduling, parts and inventory coordination. Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems. Ability to provide hands‑on technical assistance and troubleshooting support. Experience in developing and maintaining technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic schematics. Proven ability to train and mentor service personnel on advanced systems. Strong leadership skills with experience in supervising a diverse team. Excellent problem‑solving abilities. Experience in inventory management and quality control. Proven track record of maintaining equipment to ensure optimal performance. Strong commitment to safety and quality standards. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Australia-Employment