Industrial Technician - Paducah , KY

Industrial Technician – Paducah, KY

Konecranes is one of the world’s largest material handling companies. We are looking for an experienced Overhead Crane Service Technician with electrical and mechanical expertise, comfortable working at extreme heights. Our service technicians thrive in a safety‑first environment and play a key role in maintaining and repairing electric overhead traveling cranes and hoists 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 of electrical troubleshooting and mechanical repair. Some electronic experience but not required. Prior crane experience is a benefit.

Other Requirements: Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record; willing to work off the ground, overtime, and on‑call as part of the service office rotation; able to travel and work out of town on occasion. Must meet lifting requirements (frequent 25‑50 lbs, occasional up to 75 lbs, rare up to 100 lbs) and be able to frequently climb, balance, stoop/crouch, and reach overhead.

This is a safety‑sensitive position.

• Salary $22–$48 per hour (based on skills, location, experience, etc.)
• Company vehicle and gas card (MVR check required)
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, identity theft protection, accident and travel insurance, and more
• Vacation: 2 weeks in the first year (pro‑rated), 3 weeks after 5–12 years, 4 weeks after 13+ years
• Sick leave: 5 days per year (prorated after 90 days)
• 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions and is an Equal Opportunity Employer—Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category. We provide a workplace free from discrimination.