DOW Skillbridge Program - Crane Technician

About the role

The Manitowoc DOW Skillbridge Program (CraneBridge) provides military service members within 180 days of separation from military service with top-tier training to become Shop or Crane Technicians at Manitowoc. This is an unpaid training program through the Department of War (DoW) SkillBridge Program.

Requirements

• Must be an Active-Duty Service Member within 180-days of your separation date.
• Must obtain unit commander written authorization and approval to participate in DoD Skillbridge Program prior to start of the program.
• Must meet minimum qualifications based on the job description of the role you accept.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
• Experience as a general laborer or yard worker within the construction or heavy equipment area is preferred.
• A mechanical background and related experience with electrical and hydraulics is preferred.
• Must be a self-starter with the initiative to advance.
• The ability and deserve to provide excellent customer service is essential.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Job Overview

Crane Technicians can be categorized as Field Technicians or Shop Technicians. They are responsible for the inspection, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of various crane equipment including mobile cranes and boom trucks. For more details on job responsibilities, see our job postings to review the job descriptions.

Benefits

To learn more about the in-person training program, visit the following locations:

• Shady Grove, PA
• Phoenix, AZ
• Winston Salem, NC
• Baton Rouge, LA
• Virginia Beach, VA
• Denver, CO

The in-person training program is 20 weeks long and includes training by master crane instructors and technicians. You will learn about our cranes, including terminology, technology, setup, operation, and schematics.

About Us

The Manitowoc Company was founded in 1902 and has over a 120-year tradition of providing high-quality, customer-focused products and support services to its markets. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, Manitowoc is one of the world's leading providers of engineered lifting solutions. We design, manufacture, market, distribute, and support comprehensive product lines of mobile hydraulic cranes, lattice-boom crawler cranes, boom trucks, and tower cranes under the Aspen Equipment, Grove, Manitowoc, MGX Equipment Services, National Crane, Potain, Shuttlelift, and Upfits by Aspen Equipment brand names.

We are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.