Crane Technician II

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Full Time Corporate, Covington, LA, US

Salary Range: $22.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Advanced form for assemble, install, maintain and repair marine hydraulic cranes.

• Advanced performance of assembly, installation and testing of hydraulic cranes.
• Assemble and test hydraulic components.
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Keep crane systems operating by performing inspections, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventative maintenance and repairing equipment as required.
• Operate forklift, hand truck, man lift and other production equipment.
• Service or repair mechanical equipment as required.
• Document service and installation actions by completing forms, reports and inspection checklist.
• Ensure safety and compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards.
• Ensure compliance with Techcrane Quality Management System.
• Maintain clean and organized shop.
• Confer with Assembly Shop Foreman, Production Manager and/or Engineering regarding problems with operation or maintenance of equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• May perform service calls as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3-4 years of mechanical experience required.
• 3-4 years experience with hydraulics: valve assembly and test; hydraulic hose assembly, routing and test; hydraulic tubing assembly and test; knowledge of JIC, NPT, and fastener thread sizes.
• Must have basic knowledge of function for valves: counterbalance, unloader/dump; sequence and other related devices.
• Competency of system pressure is required.
• Must have basic knowledge of hydraulic pumps and motors (fixed and variable displacement).
• Able to operate forklift and other production equipment. Competency is required.
• Crane operator license required (50 hours experience required).
• Crane rigger license required (100 hours minimum experience required).
• Basic level electrical hook up (DC voltage only) minimum.
• Must have reliable transportation for service calls as needed.

• Regularly required to walk, stand, kneel, bend, squat, stretch, twist or reach with body, arms and/or legs.
• Use hands to handle or operate tools and equipment; grasp, manipulate or assemble objects.
• Keep hands and arms steady while moving arm or while holding arm and hand in one position.
• Able to see at close range.
• Ability to visualize.
• Must be able to talk and hear.
• Must be able to climb and balance; work at heights.
• Regularly lift/carry 50 pounds or more.
• Operate crane, forklift and other equipment.