Crane Mechanic

Job Title: Crane Mechanic
Location: Greensboro, NC
Reports to: Equipment Service Manager
FLSA Status: Hourly / Non- exempt

Company Overview:

W.O. Grubb is the leading provider of crane rental services in the Mid-Atlantic United States. W.O. Grubb was founded in the 1960’s with a basic concept, which was to provide high quality services, equipment, manpower and superior responsiveness to our customers. W.O. Grubb is one of the largest family owned and operated crane rental companies in the nation. Multiple locations serve Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, and surrounding states with crane rentals and service.

Description Summary:

A Mechanic’s job is to efficiently maintain to the highest quality all of W.O. Grubb’s equipment, realize cost savings whenever possible, and help achieve the mission and goals of the company, while maintaining outstanding customer service. The Mechanic usually works under direct supervision and expected to work long hours with frequent standing and moving. Possible exposure to extreme heat or cold external temperatures, and subject to working weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing PM and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, booms, electrical systems (including troubleshooting onboard computer systems), hydraulic systems (booms, outriggers, pumps), brakes and other basic components;
• Ensure that all service reports are completed correctly and submitted to the Maintenance Supervisor;
• Ensure that all routine maintenance is performed (and documented) according to specific equipment and manufacturer’s specifications;
• Ensure that all required repairs are completed efficiently and cost effectively, and that all repairs are documented in detail;
• Ensure that all required reports and forms are completed and submitted in a timely manner.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Essential:

• Must have the ability to work on hydraulic and conventional cranes, forklifts, tractor trailers and miscellaneous equipment;
• Must work well and communicate effectively with operator and other mechanics;
• Possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and fit for duty test.

Desired:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in crane maintenance with proven troubleshooting skills;
• Experience in crane operations (CCO is highly desirable);
• Must work safely in a fast paced environment – many times under pressure;
• Experience with Grove, Demag, Link-Belt and Liebherr cranes;
• Experience in diesel, gasoline and propane engines;
• Proven ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics;
• Creative thinking skills to make continuous improvements;
• Prefer candidates with proficient oral and written communication skills, technical skills, and functional skills;
• Willing to work day and night shifts, weekends and holidays.

Physical Demands:
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to identify essential functions of a role.

• Approximately 3% of time spent in usual office conditions;
• Approximately 97% of time spent in external conditions which may include temperature variance, elevated noise levels, dust and fumes;
• Travel is required.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the tasks.

Work Environment:
The employee may be required to wear appropriate PPE equipment. The employee could occasionally be exposed to extreme temperatures, fumes, or airborne particles. The noise level in the workplace is moderate.

How to Apply:
If you have the desire and feel you are ready to work in a high-performance, fast-paced environment, please visit our website at https://www.wogrubb.com, and submit your resume and profile online.

W.O. Grubb is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Skills:

• Customer service
• Computer literacy
• Diesel engines
• Mechanic experience
• Driving
• Brakes
• Welding
• Diagnostics

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Typical end time:

• 3:30PM

Typical start time:

• 7AM

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $36.13 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Greensboro, NC 27409 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $36