Overhead Crane Field Service Technologist

Step into a day on our crane systems teamIt’s 6:00 AM in Alsip and you’re kicking off the day with the crew—reviewing schematics, checking tools, and lining up the tasks ahead. Some weeks you’re on a rotating field crew, traveling to industrial sites across the U.S. (about 20% of the time) to install, commission, and troubleshoot overhead crane and runway systems. Other weeks you’re in the shop, assembling, wiring, and testing complete systems to ensure they meet rigorous performance and safety standards before they ship.You’ll be the hands-on problem solver who reads electrical blueprints, wires control panels, works confidently on 480V power, and diagnoses issues with PLCs, relays, sensors, and VFDs. You’ll support hoists, gearboxes, drive assemblies, and automation components—keeping critical material handling equipment reliable and safe.About the companyJoin a long-standing, family-owned manufacturer of custom-engineered overhead crane systems. With several major projects scheduled over the next few years, you can count on steady work, the chance to learn from senior technicians, and a century-long reputation for craftsmanship to stand behind.What you’ll handleInstall, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain overhead crane and runway systemsInterpret electrical schematics and blueprintsWire control panels; work with 120/208/240/480-volt systemsDiagnose and correct faults involving PLCs, relays, sensors, and VFDsWork with industrial motor controls, limit switches, and automation componentsAssist with assembly, wiring, and testing in the shop between field assignmentsTravel up to ~20% on rotating weekly field crewsMust-have qualifications1 year as a field service, maintenance, or industrial technicianStrong electrical background with hands-on troubleshooting abilityExperience with 480V systems and industrial motor controlsAbility to wire control panels and read electrical schematicsProficiency with PLC/VFD troubleshooting and diagnostic toolsBasic mechanical aptitude (hoists, gearboxes, drive assemblies)Commitment to working safely in industrial environmentsNice-to-have skills3 years of related experienceBackground with cranes, hoists, or material handling equipmentFamiliarity with automation systems or control logicCommissioning/start-up experience (electrical or mechanical systems)Knowledge of OSHA or NFPA 70E electrical safety standardsMechanical fabrication (drilling, cutting, fitting)Technical certificate or associate degree in electrical, mechatronics, or industrial maintenanceProficiencies we valueMechanical Troubleshooting Skills120/208/240/480 Voltage SystemsElectrical InstallationElectrical TroubleshootingElectrical RepairConduit PullingPneumatics TroubleshootingMaintenance and Repair SkillsIndustrial Electrical ExperienceMachines & technologies you’ll useProgrammable Logic Controller (PLC)Servo MotorsRole detailsLocation: Alsip, ILHours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PMPay: $25–$40/hr, based on experienceEmployment Type: Contract-to-hire (6 months)Travel: ~20% on rotating weekly crewsIf you’re ready to sharpen your electrical skill set on large-scale equipment and grow with a stable, family-owned manufacturer, we’d like to meet you.

Salary : $25 - $40