Crane Service Technician

$30/hr to $40/hr.

The ideal Crane Service Technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Manitowoc crawler cranes, including friction-driven models and hydraulic-driven models. This role ensures equipment reliability, operational safety, and adherence to OEM standards in both field and shop environments.

Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 9:30 am to 6:00 pm.

Duties/ Responsibilities:
• Perform scheduled maintenance (500-hour, 1000-hour, 2000-hour, etc.) on Manitowoc friction cranes and hydraulic cranes.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues; determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Maintain schedules for crane lubrication, service wire rope systems, boom hoist assemblies, undercarriage components, system pressure, flow, temperature, and fluid sampling programs.
• Utilize mechanical and hydraulic schematics to pinpoint failures.
• Report unsafe conditions, defects, or potential failures.
• Troubleshoot load indication, limit switches, and control systems on friction and hydraulic cranes.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections and assist operators with technical support.
• Accurately complete service reports, inspection forms, and work orders.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with customers and supervisors
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and labor hours.
• Communicate effectively with owners, inspectors, engineers, and company leadership.
• Ensure all maintenance complies with Manitowoc OEM standards and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain inventory of tools, parts, and consumables.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Education and Experience:
• GED, High School diploma, or equivalent experience.
• Technical/vocational certification in diesel mechanics, hydraulics, or heavy equipment preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience servicing crawler cranes (Manitowoc experience highly preferred).
• NCCCO or equivalent Crane Service/Assembly certification preferred.
• OSHA 10/30 Hour Safety Certification preferred.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Strong understanding of crane mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and load charts.
• Familiar with Manitowoc Service Manuals and Series II systems
• Competent in rigging, lifting, and safety practices per OSHA 1926 Subpart CC.
• Basic welding, fabrication, and machining skills a plus.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills required .
• Ability to successfully complete any specific safety or job training required.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet demand and deadlines.

Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Exposure to construction and marine site dangers.
• Ability to work in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Work in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• Ability to respond quickly to sounds and noisy environments.
• Able to traverse all areas of the jobsite in all types of weather; this may require walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.