Overhead Crane Service Technician - Boston, MA

Job Description

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Volt is immediately hiring for an Overhead Crane Service Technician in Boston, MA to work with the world’s largest lifting business. Are you skilled electrically and mechanically? Are you able to work at extreme heights? Our client has an opportunity in the Boston area that we are looking to help them fill with mechanically inclined individuals. Their technicians work in a safety-first type of environment and don't mind heights or working on mechanical parts.

As an Overhead Crane Service Technician, you will work with 480 3 phase motors, troubleshooting issues with their cranes, and working with clients and facility directors to ensure that their client’s needs are being serviced properly.

You will be home every night! Vehicle and fuel card provided. No out-of-pocket expense! Specialty tools will be provided. Technicians do need their own basic tool set. Our client does have a discounted tool program if you need to buy additional tools/replace your own tools.

This is a DIRECT HIRE opportunity.

Principal Responsibilities:

Perform inspections, maintenance and repairs on electric overhead traveling cranes and hoists at varied customer locations. Be available "on call" as part of service office rotation and provide afterhours service.

Conduct on-site electrical, mechanical, structural and electronic troubleshooting to determine cause for equipment malfunction and establish the necessary repairs using visual inspection, test procedures and appropriate test equipment. Perform a general post repair audit before completion of work, documenting that all required safety features are functional or documenting deficiencies and attaching a deficiency tag to the crane.

Follow all established safety rules and procedures, including those established by the customer.

Maintain company vehicle and uniforms.

Participate in monthly safety meetings.

Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Education: Associate degree in Industrial Electrical/Mechanical Technology or related field or equivalent vocational/technical training and experience.

Experience:

Minimum one (1) year experience involving electrical troubleshooting and mechanical repair

Some electronic experience preferred but not necessary

Experience with cranes is a benefit

Other Requirements: Must have and maintain a good driving record, including a valid driver's license. Must be willing to work off the ground. Can work varied overtime, as needed by customer, be available for "on call" as part of the service office rotation and be able to travel and work out of town, on occasion.

Must be able to frequently lift up to 25 lbs. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. although not on a daily basis. Must be able to lift 100 lbs. on a rare basis. This position requires frequent climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, and overhead reaching. This position requires occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, and crawling. You will be inside approximately 90% of the time and outside approximately 10% of the time. You will be frequently exposed to heat, cold, noise and heights.

Salary: $18.00 - $38.00 per hour

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.