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Industrial Controls Technician/Service Tech (Overhead Crane & Hoist)

CRANE EQUIPMENT & SERVICE, INC
Lafayette, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2027

Location: Crane Equipment & Service, Inc. (CES) is a multi-branch company with locations in and around Illinois, Indiana & Iowa. This position requires a willingness to work at customer facilities as necessary.

We are seeking a skilled Hoist & Crane Service Technicians in the Northwestern Indiana area with a proven track record of providing good customer service to join our growing team! We are searching for a technician with proven ELECTRICAL experience.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

As a Service Technician, you would be responsible for the following duties:

 Ability to perform overhead crane and hoist inspections and repairs.

 Mechanical knowledge along with electrical and mechanical troubleshooting.

 Load testing of the crane and hoist systems when required.

 Communicate effectively with the customer and other team members.

Qualifications/Requirements:

The qualified candidate will be able to pass drug, alcohol, and background checks and will meet the following:

  • MANDATORY Strong electrical background: 3 years (Preferred)
  • High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Able to work at ceiling level elevation, off ladders and manlifts.
  • Experience with overhead crane and hoist inspections.
  • Electrical and mechanical knowledge: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and work on your feet during normal worktime.
  • Good communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Computer skills & knowledge.
  • Comfortable and knowledgeable working with hand and power tools.
  • Ability to read and comprehend technical instructions, diagrams, and instruction manuals.
  • 10-25% travel requirement
  • Passport requirement for international travel

Benefits and Job Specific Details:

This position comes with great benefits & perks:

Benefits include:

  • 401(k) employer contribution
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Company issued iPad
  • Company paid training programs

Schedule:

  • Monday-Friday, FIRST SHIFT (7am – 3:30 pm), and must be available for some weekends and overtime.
  • Additional position open for 3rd shift also
  • Travel to CES Facilities in Illinois and/or Iowa for training
  • 10-25% travel requirement
  • Multiple shifts available
  • Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25-$40 per hour depending on skill set

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • Passport required for international travel

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Crane Installation: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Erection: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $40

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