Crane Service Technician
Crane Service Technician
Job Summary:
Crofton offers industry-leading solutions in marine construction, pile driving, and crane rental & rigging. We execute all our projects with safety and integrity. Crofton is a growing company with a highly collaborative and dynamic work environment and with team members who work vigorously to meet our customers’ needs. No two days are the same! Crofton is seeking a Crane Service Technician to join our team.
The ideal Crane Service Technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Manitowoc crawler cranes, including friction-driven models and hydraulic-driven models. This role ensures equipment reliability, operational safety, and adherence to OEM standards in both field and shop environments.
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 9:30 am to 6:00 pm.
Duties/ Responsibilities:
• Perform scheduled maintenance (500-hour, 1000-hour, 2000-hour, etc.) on Manitowoc friction cranes and hydraulic cranes.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues; determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Maintain schedules for crane lubrication, service wire rope systems, boom hoist assemblies, undercarriage components, system pressure, flow, temperature, and fluid sampling programs.
• Utilize mechanical and hydraulic schematics to pinpoint failures.
• Report unsafe conditions, defects, or potential failures.
• Troubleshoot load indication, limit switches, and control systems on friction and hydraulic cranes.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections and assist operators with technical support.
• Accurately complete service reports, inspection forms, and work orders.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with customers and supervisors
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and labor hours.
• Communicate effectively with owners, inspectors, engineers, and company leadership.
• Ensure all maintenance complies with Manitowoc OEM standards and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain inventory of tools, parts, and consumables.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Strong understanding of crane mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and load charts.
• Familiar with Manitowoc Service Manuals and Series II systems
• Competent in rigging, lifting, and safety practices per OSHA 1926 Subpart CC.
• Basic welding, fabrication, and machining skills a plus.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills required .
• Ability to successfully complete any specific safety or job training required.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet demand and deadlines.
Education and Experience:
• GED, High School diploma, or equivalent experience.
• Technical/vocational certification in diesel mechanics, hydraulics, or heavy equipment preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience servicing crawler cranes (Manitowoc experience highly preferred).
• NCCCO or equivalent Crane Service/Assembly certification preferred.
• OSHA 10/30 Hour Safety Certification preferred.
Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Exposure to construction and marine site dangers.
• Ability to work in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Work in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• Ability to respond quickly to sounds and noisy environments.
• Able to traverse all areas of the jobsite in all types of weather; this may require walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
