Senior Technician - Baton Rouge, LA

About the role

This position is for a heavy equipment mechanic specializing in the modernization and repairing of cranes. The role includes performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and solving complex problems when cranes malfunction. The Technician works in a safety-first environment and must be available on-call for after-hours and weekend services as customer needs require. This role also involves leading field technicians and serving as a liaison between management and customers.

Responsibilities

• Be on-call and provide after-hour services as required
• Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and upgrade industrial hoists and cranes in the field at customer locations
• Train and mentor field technicians
• Perform OSHA required hoist and crane inspections and generate inspection reports and repair orders
• Communicate with the Service Manager and Branch Manager during the day to schedule and complete daily work
• Consult with customers regarding repair and safety issues and discuss recommendations to improve their services
• Maintain all company issued equipment, vehicle, and assets in safe and proper working order
• Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles safely and responsibly; notify supervisor of any deficiencies
• Maintain supply of forms and miscellaneous materials in the company vehicle
• Work with others in a team environment
• Attend company provided trainings and seminars as required
• Participate in HCSG 5 Marks program
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• At least 5-7 years of crane repair experience, or at least 3-4 years of electrical and/or mechanical experience in lieu of crane repair & maintenance experience
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background (DISA) and submit to random and annual drug testing as required
• Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Must always commit to working and driving safely
• Must be willing to work off the ground at various heights
• Must have basic computer skills to work with web-based crane inspection programs
• Must be able to communicate well with others and work independently or as a team
• Knowledge of hand tools and/or possess hand tools

Physical demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a daily basis and up to 100lbs on a rare basis
• 90% frequent climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, overhead reaching, bending, squatting, and prolonged standing and sitting
• Occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, and crawling
• Great hand and eye coordination required
• Heights exceeding 50 feet from time to time are normal on a daily basis to maintain a crane
• Travel required from time to time (20-50%)
• Must be willing to work various shifts, including on-call and overtime
• Travel out of town may be required at the discretion of the company

Work environment

• Work is normally performed inside or outside depending on customer requirements
• Varying degrees of extreme hot and cold temperatures depending on weather; summer temperatures can exceed 120 degrees
• Frequently exposed to noise, heights, fumes, dust, and odors

Pay

$5,000 sign on bonus

Schedule

• Full Time
• Day Shift
• On-call and overtime required