Port Technician
About the job
- A minimum of one year of experience involving mechanical and/or industrial troubleshooting and repair is required.
- A two-year associate degree in Industrial Electrical/Mechanical Technology or a related field, or equivalent vocational/technical training and experience, is preferred.
- Must have good mechanical aptitude.
- Must have and maintain a good driving record, including a valid driver's license.
- Must be willing and able to work off the ground, work overtime and out of town as necessary, and work in demanding work environments.
- Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Record check.
- Must have a basic understanding and working knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, CMAA, and other applicable industry codes or regulations, and be able to obtain specific regulations when requested.
- Perform mechanical maintenance and inspections on Rubber Tyred Gantry, Ship to Shore, Rail Mounted Gantry, Automated Stacking Cranes, Straddle Carriers, Munck Loader, Goliath Gantry, and Level Luffing cranes at customer locations.
- Conduct on-site mechanical troubleshooting to determine equipment malfunction causes and establish necessary repairs using visual inspection, test procedures, and appropriate test equipment.
- Perform on-site repairs on customer cranes as part of planned maintenance, service calls, or emergency breakdown response.
- Complete required daily paperwork accurately and completely.
- Document customer quotations and generate a document or copy of each quote for follow-up.
- Review repairs with customers and obtain their signatures on daily service reports confirming the work was properly completed.
- Maintain company equipment and assets in proper working order and clean condition.
- Maintain appropriate forms and literature on the service vehicle and use the documentation and forms required by the service department.
- Maintain appropriate inventory and line stock on the service vehicle and account for assigned company tools, ladders, and inventory.
- Generate sales and service leads during service calls and notify the appropriate company personnel of customer needs and interest.
- Develop working knowledge of service literature, service policies, and labor rates.
- Provide customers with a Safety Summary of safety items noticed during service visits and return a signed copy as evidence that the customer was notified.
- Communicate regularly with the local office and/or call the service supervisor at least once per day.
- Understand procurement of basic parts for service jobs, complete required purchase orders, and develop working knowledge of local vendors and stocked parts; order parts when the job or situation warrants and bill the time to the project.
- Share 24-hour on-call work and necessary overtime fairly, as scheduled by the service supervisor.
- Complete a Safety Audit of limit switches and general crane operation before leaving customer premises after working on or inspecting a crane.
About the company
Konecranes makes lifting equipment and services for industrial sites, such as overhead cranes, hoists, and other material-handling solutions, along with maintenance, modernization, and related services. Its products are heavy-duty cranes and related components that move large loads; they operate through a combination of mechanical systems (cranes, hoists), electrical controls, and digital services for monitoring, safety, and efficiency. The company differentiates itself through its broad global service network, a wide portfolio that includes both single devices and integrated lifting systems, and a strategy built on servicing and supporting customers across many industries after installation. Its goal is to be a leading global provider of material-handling solutions, helping customers increase safety and productivity by moving heavy loads efficiently and reliably.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Hyvinkää, Finland
Founded
1903
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 24, 2026 targets raised sales growth to 7% and EBITA margin to 15-17%.
- Second-quarter 2026 orders rose 13.2%, lifting order book to EUR 3.4 billion.
- July 2026 Japan acquisition opens a profitable wire-rope-hoist market and 400-person local base.
What critics are saying
- Port Solutions depends on geopolitical shipping flows; Middle East delays already hit deliveries in 2026.
- Chinese competition pressures ports and hoist markets, especially where local supply disruption shifts demand.
- The Mitsubishi Japan deal needs approvals; failure blocks the 2027 expansion thesis.
What makes Konecranes unique
- Konecranes combines lifecycle service, equipment sales, and digital data across 50 countries.
- Its dual-channel model blends direct sales with regional distributors, expanding customer reach.
- Generation D and Port automation tie modular hardware to retrofit-friendly software upgrades.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options
- Flexible Work Hours
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Performance Bonus
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Professional Development Budget
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
13%1 year growth
13%2 year growth
13%Eurogate orders four Automated Stacking Cranes from Konecranes for its terminal in Wilhelmshaven, Germany. Konecranes has received an order from Eurogate Terminal Solutions GmbH for four Automated Stacking Cranes (ASCs) for Container Terminal Wilhelmshaven (CTW) in Germany. The order was booked in Q3 2026, and the handover is scheduled for the second quarter of 2028. The agreement also includes an option for an additional four ASCs for Eurogate's Container Terminal Hamburg. The order supports Eurogate's ongoing research and development efforts in terminal automation. The concept integrates the Automated Stacking Cranes (ASCs) with terminal's existing equipment to enable automated container transport. The project extends a long-standing relationship between Eurogate and Konecranes, which has supplied straddle carrier solutions to Eurogate's German terminals for over five decades. As part of its terminal automation strategy, Eurogate is adopting a supplier-agnostic approach in which terminal equipment suppliers integrate with the equipment control system (ECS). Konecranes was selected to provide Automated Stacking Cranes based on its proven in-house automation expertise and ability to fulfill operational and technical requirements. "Konecranes has demonstrated a strong willingness to support ETS-MT in further developing our operations and accompanying us on our journey towards automated yard operations. With their proven, highly available crane concept, we are confident that we can meet our technological and operational demands," said Axel Jachens, Project Manager, Eurogate Technical Services GmbH. "Eurogate is an important customer for Konecranes, and as the industry moves toward increasingly automated operations, we are delighted to support Eurogate's long-term development with solutions that combine proven automation technology, operational efficiency and openness to customer-specific system architectures," said Lasse Merenheimo, Vice President, Konecranes. Konecranes Automated Stacking Cranes are designed for high-density container yard operations and are based on a globally standardized platform with more than 600 units delivered or in operation worldwide. The cranes feature Konecranes Active Load Control technology, which improves handling precision and stability through integrated load-sway prevention and positioning control. The in-house ASC automation design being delivered to Eurogate is also intended to support integration with complex terminal automation environments and multi-vendor operating systems. Path to Port Automation Konecranes' Path to Port Automation offers container terminals a comprehensive, step-by-step roadmap to full automation, improving the productivity and safety of their equipment, regardless of the brand, in manageable steps at their own pace. Source: Konecranes
Konecranes management team member Tomas Myntti retires
Inside information: Konecranes upgrades its financial targets and updates dividend policy as part of its accelerated growth strategy. KONECRANES PLC STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE September 24, 2026 at 18:45 PM EEST Konecranes updates its strategic ambition, financial targets and dividend policy as part of its accelerated growth strategy. Konecranes' new ambition is to be the partner of choice for lifting lifecycle value. The company's purpose is unchanged as together with its customers, Konecranes is shaping the next generation of material handling for a smarter, safer, and better world. Over the last few years, Konecranes has strengthened its market position, improved its financial performance and continued to progress towards its sustainability targets. Building on the structural improvements made, the company is pursuing accelerated profitable growth. Konecranes has defined clear strategic focus areas to enable the successful implementation of the strategy. The upgraded financial targets and capital allocation framework demonstrate the increased ambition level to create long-term value for shareholders. "Konecranes has built a strong foundation, and we are ready for the next wave of accelerated growth. We are committed to our Business Areas, which continue to provide significant opportunities to expand market coverage, while market and megatrends also support the growth ambition. The company has a solid track record of organic and inorganic growth and a strong balance sheet, positioning us well to invest in growth. I'm pleased to discuss the strategy at the Capital Markets Day in October," says Konecranes' President and CEO Marko Tulokas. Upgraded financial targets for Konecranes and its Business Areas Net sales growth of 7% (CAGR1) (previously sales growth faster than the market) Comparable EBITA margin of 15-17%, to be reached latest for the year 2030 (previously 13-16%) * Business Area Industrial Service: Net sales growth of 7% (CAGR1) (previously sales growth clearly faster than the market) Comparable EBITA margin of 23-25% (previously 21-25%) * Business Area Industrial Equipment: Net sales growth of 6% (CAGR1) (previously sales growth in line with the market) Comparable EBITA margin of 10-12% (previously 8-11%) * Business Area Port Solutions: Net sales growth of 7% (CAGR1) (previously sales growth clearly faster than the market) Comparable EBITA margin of 9-12% (previously 9-11%) 1Compound annual growth rate Konecranes' growth focus is on market share expansion both organically and inorganically within the existing Business Areas, complementing the offering, as well as geographical and customer segment presence. The company aims to grow by expanding its product offering, enhancing service and technology capabilities. Konecranes aims to reach its upgraded profitability target through a combination of operating leverage, continued operational excellence, and by further implementing modular product architectures, while leveraging unmatched installed base and operational data. Strategic focus areas drive execution of accelerated growth strategy "Together with the Konecranes team, we defined the focus areas enabling us to continue expanding our market coverage and leading innovation. We leverage our existing lifecycle model and dual channels to expand both offering and presence. We have unparalleled asset and operational data allowing us to harness possibilities of AI for the benefit of our customers and efficiency in how we operate," says Marko Tulokas. "Konecranes' strong culture of driving safe and lean ways of working allows us to continuously improve customer outcomes and operational performance. Empowering our people to act rapidly and flexibly is essential in the current dynamic operating environment," Tulokas continues. * Win with technology. Extend technology leadership by increasing investments in product intelligence, autonomy and modularity that will drive differentiation and efficiency for the customer in the long-term. * Grow lifecycle value. Increase the service business and the value it creates for customers by expanding data-enabled offerings and deepening customer relationships. * Deepen customer reach. Increase and optimize market presence and customer proximity through the company's proven and unique dual channel approach - Konecranes' own sales and service network and the distribution partners of regional brands. * Perform with agility. Further develop resilience to economic and geopolitical forces through customer centricity, empowered culture, operational efficiency, agile supply chains, as well as geographical and industry diversification. Capital allocation and updated dividend policy Konecranes' capital allocation reflects its ambition for accelerated growth and long-term shareholder value creation. The company aims to maintain a healthy financial position and reiterates its gearing ceiling target of 80%. As part of the normal business operations, Konecranes ensures it allocates adequate funds into its operations, technology capabilities and innovation. Konecranes updates its dividend policy, linking it directly to earnings. According to the updated policy, the dividend payout ratio is 40-60% of earnings over the business cycle, excluding exceptional gains or losses. According to the previous dividend policy the company aimed to distribute a stable to increasing dividend, over the cycle. Konecranes aims to accelerate capital allocation to inorganic growth opportunities. The company intends to distribute excess cash to the shareholders after investments into innovation, capital expenditure, dividend payments and organic and inorganic growth initiatives by way of share buybacks. Capital Markets Day and presentation of its January-September 2026 interim report Konecranes invites analysts, institutional investors and financial media to an update for Capital Markets on October 23, 2026 in connection with its January-September 2026 interim results. Management will present the accelerated growth strategy and financial targets in more detail at the event. The event will take place in Helsinki, Finland at Sanomatalo. Konecranes will publish its January-September 2026 interim report at approximately 11:30 a.m. EEST. The virtual interim report webcast will start at 1:00 p.m. EEST. The CMD presentations will start at around 2:30 p.m. EEST. It is also possible to follow the presentations via a live webcast, and a recording will be made available on Konecranes' website shortly after the event. It is possible to ask the management questions during the event, also via the webcast. Registration and more information In order to attend the Capital Markets Day in person at Sanomatalo, please visit the website and register (https://investors.konecranes.com/capital-markets-day-2026) by October 9, 2026, at the latest. Due to the limited number of seats, early registration is recommended. In order to follow the event via a live webcast, please visit the website and register by the start of the event on October 23, 2026, at the latest. The live webcast will be available only for registered participants. In case of any questions, please contact [email protected]. KONECRANES PLC Ruusa Vallin Interim Head of Investor Relations FURTHER INFORMATION Ruusa Vallin, Interim Head of Investor Relations, tel. +358 (0) 20 427 2050 In a rapidly changing world, its customers need reliable partners to keep their businesses moving. Konecranes has helped ports and industries move what matters for more than a century. Its long industry expertise, global reach and close customer relationships set Transparency International apart. Transparency International combine insights from its broad installed base, technology and services to turn knowledge into better performance and customer value. In 2025, Konecranes sales totaled EUR 4.2 billion. The company employs around 16,500 employees. Konecranes shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki (symbol: KCR). DISTRIBUTION Nasdaq Helsinki Major media www.konecranes.com
Commissioning four new monorails at Cenovus Christina Lake. Its team is currently at Cenovus Christina Lake commissioning four new monorails added to existing buildings. These monorails are installed to simplify the maintenance on process tank-mixer operations by eliminating the need for roof access with mobile cranes. This marks the small but final role in a joint effort that began with sales and concept development, continued through engineering and erection, and now concludes with commissioning. Robustengineering is pleased to have partnered with Konecranes Canada and Jrod Steelworks throughout this project. While its contribution may be insignificant at the macro level of a major industrial site, it is critical at the micro level. Its work ensures that this specific equipment is safe and that the crews who rely upon it can do so with full confidence. What's your reaction? 3Good! 0Bad!
Konecranes debuts "Twist-Verify" 3D Laser Profiling for boxhunter reach stackers. Sep 19, 2026. Konecranes has introduced the "Twist-Verify" system for its Boxhandler reach stackers. In busy intermodal rail yards and seaports, operators must engage the twist-locks of 40-ton shipping containers stacked 5-high. Visibility is frequently compromised by fog, rain, and darkness. If the operator lowers the spreader and the twist-locks are misaligned with the container's corner castings, the massive hydraulic down-pressure of the spreader can shear off the lock housings or dent the container roof. The Twist-Verify system integrates "Miniature Laser Profiling Sensors" into each of the four twist-lock housings on the spreader head. The engineering breakthrough is the "Real-Time Castin Alignment." As the spreader descends toward the container, the lasers project a precise contour map of the corner castings. The ECU analyzes the distance and lateral offset of each of the four corners simultaneously. If the spreader is tilted or laterally misaligned by more than 20 millimeters, the system automatically halts the descent hydraulic circuit, preventing the physical collision of the locks. The ECU then commands the spreader's hydraulic yaw and side-shift cylinders to micro-adjust the spreader's position in 3D space, perfectly aligning all four twist-locks with the container castings. Only when all four lasers confirm a positive geometric match does the system allow the descent to continue and the locks to engage. This automated 3D verification eliminates blind-container structural damage and reduces twist-lock replacement costs by 90%. No Information