Industrial Technician - Milwaukee, WI

Industrial Technician

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 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, able to work varied overtime, offer availability 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 to 25 lbs. must lift up to 50 lbs.

daily, lift to 75 lbs. occasionally, lift 100 lbs. rarely. Position requires frequent climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, overhead reaching, occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling. Approximately 90% inside, 10% outside. Frequently exposed to heat, cold, noise and heights. Safety‑sensitive position.

• Salary: $22–$48 an hour, determined by skills, location, equity, and experience.
• Company Vehicle:
  Work truck and gas card; requires passing an MVR check.
• Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match from day one, identity theft protection, accident and travel insurance, and more.
• Vacation: 2 weeks per year (pro‑rated the first year). 5–12 years service, 3 weeks. 13+ years, 4 weeks.
• Sick Leave: 5 days per year (pro‑rated after 90 days). 10 paid holidays.

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do is done with passion and drive. Diversity drives business success and forms the foundation of 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.

Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. With 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment free from discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.

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