Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Join MGX as a Crane Diagnostics Expert

Be the go-to mechanic for complex crane issues in our shop. Under the direction of the Service Manager, you’ll perform inspections, fault isolation, repairs, and preventive maintenance on mobile cranes and boom trucks to keep customers operating safely and efficiently.

Core Responsibilities

• Operate and inspect cranes to identify defects and performance issues.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and electrical systems on mobile hydraulic and lattice cranes.
• Examine components for wear using micrometers and gauges.
• Interpret and apply OEM operating manuals, parts catalogs, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Test mechanical, electronic, electrical, and hydraulic systems post-repair to verify compliance with OEM specifications.
• Stage jobs effectively by validating parts and drawings.
• Execute detailed annual inspections and document results.
• Accurately complete working reports, hour reports, time sheets, hours overviews, and expense reports.
• Deliver excellent customer service while working independently with minimal supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; minimum two (2) years’ experience as a Crane Mechanic/Technician preferred.
• Preferred experience with Grove RT & TMS, Grove GMK European Cranes, Manitowoc EPIC and/or Traditional Cranes, and National Boom Trucks.
• Proficiency in reading electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Strong communicator with a customer-first approach.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record preferred.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Personal tool set required: full set of hand tools up to 1.5 inches.

Safety Expectations

• Work safely at all times and wear the required PPE.
• Comply with all site and job-specific safety procedures.
• Engage in safety training and demonstrate competency.
• Report hazards and unsafe behaviors or correct them when possible.

Schedule, Physical Demands, and Environment

• Full-time, typically 7:00 am to 4:00 pm; overtime and weekends may be required based on workload.
• Work around extreme temperatures, various weather conditions, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, strong odors, and loud noise.
• Occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation, Benefits, and Incentives

• $4,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days of continuous service.
• Tool Reimbursement Program up to $1,500 per calendar year.
• Relocation assistance may be available to qualified candidates.
• Benefits and 401(k) begin on day one.
• Continuing education and training; tuition reimbursement for eligible employees.
• Vacation and Holiday Pay; Paid Parental Leave.
• Team building, engagement events, and community involvement.
• Scholarship Program and more.

Reporting

This position reports directly to the Service Manager.

Job Tags

Full time, Relocation package, Weekend work

Similar Jobs