Crane Technician

In the maritime industry, where colossal ships dock, and millions of tons of cargo are moved with precision, it takes teams of dedicated individuals to keep global trade in motion. Working in this dynamic sector means that you play a part in ensuring the pulse of commerce never skips a beat, all while driving the future of supply chain logistics and marine terminal operations.

Dive into a career where your talents make an impact and help us steer the future of this vital sector. Every job function in our organization, whether it's on the docks or behind the scenes in administrative roles, finance, payroll, or IT, has a significant impact on the national economy and critical supply chain operations.

At Ports America, the Crane Technician will utilize well developed skills to maintain equipment necessary to provide daily and long-term support for stevedoring activities. The focus is to troubleshoot, repair, and inspect STS (ship-to-shore) container cranes. Where the pulse of global trade meets the precision of maritime excellence, at Ports America, we don't just move cargo; we drive the nation's economic engine!

Essential Duties:

• Read electrical schematics, diagrams, service manuals, analyzes & investigates electrical faults.
• Determine the cause of failure of electrical/electronic components of crane equipment.
• Quickly and effectively answer and resolve alarms and calls during Ops.
• Ensure that the maintenance, breakdown services, and/or electrical/electronic repairs of S-T-S Cranes are maintained in a cost-effective manner, with consideration given to quality work and longevity of equipment.
• Carry out electrical/electronic maintenance and repair service for all crane equipment.
• Disassemble units and inspect equipment.
• Provide maintenance and repair services for container handling gantry cranes.
• Submit routine and critical inspection and monitoring reports, ensuring all paperwork is accurate and up to date.
• Provide daily activity reports, and other written reports on equipment, as needed, with accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain operational efficiencies in the terminal to ensure availability of equipment required for the execution of day-to-day operational activities.
• Ensure tidiness and cleanliness of workshop facilities and all equipment.
• Conform to all safety rules and regulations.
• Troubleshoot defects and malfunctions to electrical and mechanical systems to determine the type or extent of repair.
• Perform equipment modifications and part installations including variable frequency drives (VFD), PLC component swap out, motor and gear replacements.
• Operate all equipment for maintenance purposes, including diagnostic and computer software to perform job functions.
• Perform other mechanical duties as assigned.
• Pass training for OSHA and Company Safety Training (e.g., Lock-out/Tag-out, Hazardous Materials, etc.)

Physical Working Conditions:

• Work at heights over 150ft on a day-to-day basis
• Climb multiple flights of stairs in the summer heat of Florida South Mississippi and comfortable working in tight spaces
• Work in sometimes awkward positions
• Climb crane ladders and staircases
• Lift, push, and or pull tools and equipment up to 60lbs
• Work may be performed in all weather conditions.
• Work in Terminal environment including but not limited to working outside, climb ladders, access ships, long stretches of standing, walking, on your feet, etc.
• Work in an environment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast moving equipment
• Work all shifts and any weekdays, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience or training in both electrical and mechanical fields in any heavy industry
• Experience with electrical control circuits for 3-phase and single-phase power
• Experience in: Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Motor maintenance and troubleshooting (AC/DC), Solid state/magnetic motor control AC/DC
• 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance in any port, mines, steel and/or manufacturing plants, including knowledge of electrical/electronic and related subjects
• Valid US Driver's License
• Obtain and maintain TWIC card issued by the Department of Homeland Security

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understands mechanical gearing and application
• Understands and exhibits good teamwork skills
• Possesses the ability to learn from others on the team
• Ability to replace/repair/adjust major electrical/electronic parts such as PLC drive control system, communication drive system, at a high level of difficulty and complexity
• Knowledge of safety requirements with working around voltage up to 23kV
• In-depth ability to interpret electrical/electronic diagrams, simple engineering drawings, layouts and specifications.
• General knowledge of instrumentation and communications systems, and a familiarity with control systems.
• General knowledge and background in technical applications of digital and analogue electronics
• General knowledge and background in mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to be responsive to emergency breakdowns and repairs with quality workmanship and service.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to follow directions, understand all commands, and interpret manuals along with electrical and mechanical schematics
• Must be able to operate various types of forklifts
• Must be fully computer literate
• Exceptional communication skills to conduct business over the phone and in writing in a civil and courteous manner

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

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