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Konecranes

Global material handling and crane solutions

Industrial Technician - Weekend Swing Shift

Equipment Field ServicePosted on Nov 10
Full-timeSouth Boston, VA, USA$22 - $48 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma is required.
  • At least one year of experience involving electrical troubleshooting and mechanical repair is required.
  • Some electronic experience is helpful but not necessary.
  • A valid driver's license and good driving record are required.
  • Must be willing to work off the ground and be available for varied overtime and on-call service rotation as needed.
  • Must be able to travel and work out of town occasionally.
  • Must be able to frequently lift up to 25 pounds, lift up to 50 pounds daily, lift up to 75 pounds occasionally, and lift 100 pounds rarely.
  • Must be able to frequently climb, balance, stoop or crouch, and reach overhead; occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, and crawling are also required.
  • Must be able to work indoors approximately 90% of the time and outdoors approximately 10% of the time, with frequent exposure to heat, cold, noise, and heights.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, maintain, and repair 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 and recommend material handling improvements.
  • Produce electronic documentation using company tools and obtain customer signatures.
  • Stay updated on industry codes and regulations, including OSHA, ANSI, CMAA, and 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, and report 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.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate degree in Industrial Electrical and/or Mechanical Technology or a related field, or equivalent vocational or technical training and experience, is preferred.
  • Prior crane experience is beneficial but not required.

About the Company

Konecranes

Global material handling and crane solutions

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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