Crane Technician II

Position Summary

Lift Solutions Holdings provides end-to-end industrial lifting solutions. We offer OSHA compliance inspections, crane equipment, aftermarket services and parts for overhead cranes and other lifting equipment. Lift Solutions is committed to driving progress and efficiency. Our dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction ensures that every industry benefits from our expertise, state‑of‑the‑art technology, and unwavering commitment to sustainability and safety. We are hiring a Crane Technician to join the team in Minneapolis/Forest Lake, MN.

The Crane Technician will provide quality installation, inspections, maintenance and repair service for hoist and crane equipment. A Crane Technician will also uphold the highest level of professional integrity and ethics as required to instill customer confidence and continued success in service.

• Service overhead crane systems and hoists by performing quality installations.
• Perform OSHA equivalent inspections; document and complete warranty work; troubleshoot breakdowns.
• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to emergency service/breakdown calls.
• Support customers by effectively interfacing with them and the office in repairing equipment as needed.
• Perform electrical and/or mechanical adjustments or repairs with or without engineered drawings.
• Maintain rapport with customers by examining complaints, identifying solutions, suggesting improved methods and techniques, and recommending system improvements.
• Document service and installation actions by completing forms, reports, and inspection checklists.
• Maintain professional presentation, timeliness, appearance, and organization in all areas.
• Develop a working knowledge of Federal, State, and local codes for overhead cranes and hoists.
• Responsible for company equipment, including company vehicle(s) and tools.

• 5 or more years’ troubleshooting experience with cranes and hoist equipment.
• Experience with 3‑phase motors, VFDs, contractors, and circuits.
• Previous overhead crane and scissor lift experience.
• Associate’s degree with a concentration in Industrial Electrician or Electro‑Mechanical Technology (preferred).
• Ability to work at height, in extreme temperature and noisy locations; physical demands including standing, walking, sitting, and lifting 50‑100 lbs.
• Perform inspections to OSHA criteria.
• Ability to work independently.
• Capable of dealing directly with the customer and representing self and company in a professional manner.
• Communication skills both internally and externally, informing both the company and the customer of the status of the job.
• Quality and results driven while maintaining a safety mindset.
• Required to use own hand tools and meters.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.