Crane Service Technician - Memphis, TN
The Crane Service Technician is a front-line employee with direct customer contact and is a valued, essential part of the company’s success; in addition to technical skills, people skills are vital for effective customer relationship management and decision-making.
Perform on site repairs on overhead cranes and hoists at customers’ facility as directed by the Service Supervisor (or Service Manager)
Responsible for performing planned maintenance and repairs on all types of crane & hoist systems.
Responsible for responding to emergency break down call outs as directed by the service supervisor. This includes after hours as well as weekend availability
Conduct extensive on site electrical, electronic, mechanical and structural troubleshooting to determine the root cause for equipment malfunctions and/or failures and establish the necessary repairs utilizing: visual inspections, testing procedures as well as the appropriate testing equipment
Responsible for a basic understanding and working knowledge of all OSHA, ANSI, CMAA, and other codes or regulations pertaining to our crane service industry; must be able to get specific regulations if requested
Proficient knowledge of electrical theory for power and controls, mechanical systems of cranes/hoists and simple structure element
Complete daily paperwork accurately and completely; time tickets, service reports, inspection reports, expense reports, and sales lead generation forms
Review with the customer all repairs you performed and get their signature on the daily service report indicating their acceptance of proper and completed work
Maintain all company equipment and tools in compliance with the manufactures recommendations and certifications, i.e. vehicle, forklifts, man lifts, operating machinery, etc.
Responsible for keeping a proper stock level of inventory and line stock items on the service vehicle
Maintain a stock of the appropriate forms and literature on the service vehicle and be capable of utilizing the proper documentation and forms used by the service department
Responsible for maintaining a professional appearance and image at all times
Must maintain regular communication with the local office and/or call in a minimum of once per day to the service supervisor
Excellent people skills to communicate with inter-company personnel and customers and promote excellent customer relationships at all times
Maintain the Quality Assurance Standards
Collect, develop and formalize information for proposals of all replacement and repair opportunities and forward to the Service Supervisor or Service Manager
Keep training assignments current
Perform other duties as assigned
Education
A high school diploma, vocational-technical school or crane training program, trade school, equivalent military experience or technical college training program preferred
Experience and Skills
• At least 2 years in an industrial maintenance environment or equivalent military experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• Previous overhead crane service experience preferred but not required
• Willingness to stay educated in the crane industry; as cranes become increasingly sophisticated, service techs need to be increasingly computer literate and technologically savvy.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing that meets company requirements
• Heavy Lifting/Pulling (min 75 lbs.) is generally a part of this type of work and because of the nature of the duties
• Ability to work at heights greater that six feet of the ground
• Service technicians standard schedule is 40 hours per week but must have the ability to work varied hours, overtime and on-call as required to meet customer needs
• Minimal travel required.
• Requires solid written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Strong analytical, conceptual and planning skills are required
• Excellent math skills and overall PC literacy (Microsoft Office) are required
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated and disciplined with the ability to multi-task
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, physical, drug screen and E-verify
At Mazzella, we're more than just a company – we're a family. With over 1200 employees and 40 locations, we lead the industry with humility and dedication to our people. When you join us, you become part of a team-oriented environment where your well-being and growth are our top priorities.
Why Join Mazzella?
Team-Oriented Environment: Experience the power of collaboration and support from colleagues who genuinely care about your success.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a real balance between your professional and personal life, ensuring fulfillment both at work and at home.
Growth and Development: Embark on a lifelong learning journey with tailored development opportunities and a clear career path.
Humble, Hungry, Smart Culture: Embrace our core values of humility, hunger for excellence, and smart decision-making, creating a culture of respect and innovation.
Market-Competitive Salaries: Receive compensation that recognizes your contributions and reflects our commitment to fair and competitive pay.
Comprehensive Benefits: Access a wide range of benefits, including paid time off, affordable health insurance, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability insurance.
Free Virtual Doctor Visits: Take advantage of our Teledoc service for virtual doctor visits with $0 copay, prioritizing your health and convenience.
Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program, supporting your continued education and personal growth.
At Mazzella, our core values drive everything we do:
Be Safe – personal commitment to all stakeholder’s well-being; purposeful control of risk
Be a Lifelong Learner – routinely acquire new skills and capabilities that bring value
Be Humble – lack excessive ego or concerns about status. Emphasize the Team over self
Be Hungry – always looking for more, self-motivated, and diligent. Do more than to just get by, committed
Be Smart – common sense about people, good judgement, and intuition around their impact on group dynamics
Join us at Mazzella and experience the difference of working with a company that puts people first. Together, we'll achieve greatness and shape the future of our industry.
EOE/Drug Free Workplace