Industrial Service/Overhead Crane Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Tri-State Overhead Crane continues to grow our customer base and expand into new areas, and we are on the lookout for strong service technicians to be part of our team in Albany, GA! We've been an independently owned company for over 60+ years and still have family roots. We are a material handling equipment fabrication and service company headquartered in the Midwest with customers from coast to coast and this role will be at a fixed customer site in Albany, GA. Keep reading to find out more about the role and the types of skills we look for!The Service Technician is responsible for performing comprehensive quality inspections, running diagnostic testing, completing required repairs, and executing preventative maintenance services on overhead cranes, hoists, and associated parts. Since they are based at the customer, they will build relationships and establish their role as a go to for site based coverage.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Troubleshoot and repair overhead cranes, crane controls, hoists and drives.Inspect overhead industrial cranes and hoists.Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities on equipment.Proper use of a man lift during service.Evaluate and communicate with recommendations requiring repairs.Communicate with management and sales as to what further needs the customer could have.Attends customer safety and operations meetings as required.Maintains time tracking per job and reports any product concerns or inconsistencies.Performs other related duties as assigned.CORE SKILLS:Ability to read and understand work instructions, manuals, and schematics.Ability to evaluate and troubleshoot issues quickly and calmly.Ability to manage time to a schedule and accountable for reporting per job.Ability to properly maintain and perform basic troubleshooting on equipment.Proficient in Microsoft Office or related software as necessary to complete logs or records.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or equivalent preferred.Minimum 3-5 years' work experience as a technician.Mechanical and electrical skills from trade school or hands on experience.Overhead crane experience at some level is required.Welding aptitude would be a benefit.Ability to work overtime.Demonstrated positive attendance record.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Prolonged periods standing and performing repetitive tasks.Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds at a time.Ability to frequently walk, climb, kneel, bend, reach overhead, push, pull, and use a ladder or stool.Frequently exposed to heat, cold, noise and heights.Ability to work in outside conditions during all seasons.Must have manual dexterity in order to assemble products or machines as directed.Must wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE). We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.