Crane Mechanic - Electrical Heavy
Jobot · Gloucester City, NJ · Today
On-siteManufacturing$28–$40/hrFull-time
Job Details
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Crane Mechanic, specializing in electrical heavy machinery, to join our team on a permanent basis. This role is designed for a professional who is adept at troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems of heavy cranes.
Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting on mobile harbor cranes, gantry cranes, and yard cranes.
- Diagnose and repair electrical faults in control panels, motors, gearboxes, hoists, and wire rope.
- Provide shift coverage, ensuring that the cranes are in optimal operating condition at all times.
- Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance to detect and resolve any potential issues before they escalate.
- Work closely with other team members and departments, providing technical support and advice as needed.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, ensuring a safe and healthy work environment.
- Document all repairs, maintenance, and inspections, maintaining accurate records for future reference.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Crane Mechanic, preferably in a heavy industrial setting such as ports, terminals, steel mills, or shipyards.
- Proficient in electrical troubleshooting, with a particular focus on heavy machinery.
- Solid experience with PLC troubleshooting, with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
- In-depth knowledge of mobile harbor cranes, gantry cranes, and yard cranes.
- Experience working with gearboxes, hoists, wire rope, motors, and control panels.
- Excellent diagnostic skills, with the ability to detect and resolve issues promptly and effectively.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
- Commitment to safety, with a thorough understanding of safety protocols and procedures in a heavy industrial environment.