Industrial Technician - Columbus, OH

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Employment Type:

Permanent Term
Full-time/part-time position:
Full-time
Workplace:
Field Service

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community, and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work
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Industrial Technician – Field Service

Are you interested in becoming an experienced Overhead Crane Service Technician? Join Konecranes, one of the world’s largest material handling companies. We're seeking skilled individuals with electrical and mechanical expertise, comfortable working at extreme heights. Our service technicians, the heart of our industry, thrive in a safety‑first environment. You'll troubleshoot 480 3‑phase motors, address crane issues, and collaborate with clients and facility directors to meet service needs across the United States.

• Conduct inspections, maintenance, and repairs on electric overhead traveling cranes and hoists at customer locations.
• Provide on‑call service as part of a rotation, including after‑hours support.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, structural, and electronic issues on‑site.
• Perform post‑repair audits to ensure safety features are functional.
• Document findings and recommend corrective actions, including safety notifications to customers.
• Consult with customers on repair and safety issues, offering recommendations for material handling improvement.
• Produce electronic documentation using company tools, obtaining customer signatures.
• Stay updated on industry codes and regulations (OSHA, ANSI, CMAA, HMI).
• Complete service reports and other required documents accurately and promptly.
• Communicate with the Field Operations Manager and Service Coordinator following established practices.
• Maintain company‑issued equipment, vehicles, and assets in proper working order.
• Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles, reporting deficiencies to the supervisor.
• Follow established safety rules and procedures, including customer guidelines.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma required. Associate degree in Industrial Electrical and/or Mechanical Technology or related field preferred or equivalent vocational/technical training and experience.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum one (1) year experience involving electrical troubleshooting and mechanical repair. Some electronic experience but not necessary. Prior experience with cranes is a benefit, but not required.
• Other Requirements:
  Must have and maintain a good driving record, including a valid driver’s license. Must be willing to work off the ground, available for “on call” as part of the service office rotation, and able to travel and work out of town, on occasion. Must be able to frequently lift 25 lbs, lift up to 50 lbs daily, lift 75 lbs occasionally, and lift 100 lbs on a rare basis.
  
  This position requires frequent climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, and overhead reaching. It requires occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, and crawling. The role will be inside approximately 90 % of the time, outside approximately 10 % of the time, and will frequently be exposed to heat, cold, noise, and heights. This is a safety‑sensitive position.

• Salary: $22 – $48 an hour. Pay is determined based on skills, geographic location, internal equity, market/data analysis, number of years of prior relevant experience, degrees and/or certifications, technical assessment score, etc.
• Company Vehicle:
  Service technicians receive a work truck and a gas card for business purposes. Candidates must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) plan with a match from day one; identity theft protection; accident insurance; travel insurance; and more.
• Vacation: 2 weeks per year (pro‑rated for the first year). 5‑12 years of service, 3 weeks; 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.
• Sick Leave: 5 days per year, pro‑rated after 90 days of service.
• Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment free from any form of discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.