Port Technician

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Gabon.

📋 Description

• Execute mechanical maintenance and inspections on RTG, STS, RMG, ASC, straddle carriers, Munck Loaders, Goliath Gantries, and Level Luffing cranes at client locations.

• Carry out on-site mechanical troubleshooting to diagnose equipment issues and determine necessary repairs through visual inspections, testing procedures, and test equipment.

• Conduct crane repairs on-site during scheduled maintenance, service calls, and emergency breakdowns.

• Adhere to OSHA, ANSI, CMAA, and other relevant industry standards and regulations.

• Accurately and completely complete daily paperwork.

• Document customer quotations and generate follow-up documentation.

• Review completed repairs with clients and secure signatures on daily service reports.

• Uphold a professional appearance and maintain company equipment, tools, ladders, forms, literature, vehicle inventory, and line stock.

• Generate sales and service leads, communicating customer requirements to the appropriate Konecranes personnel.

• Stay informed about service literature, policies, and labor rates.

• Provide clients with a Safety Summary and obtain a signed copy.

• Maintain regular communication with the local office and contact the service supervisor at least once a day.

• Acquire basic parts, complete purchase orders, and maintain familiarity with local vendors and stocked items.

• Participate in a fair share of 24-hour calls and necessary overtime.

• Conduct a Safety Audit of crane limit switches and general operation prior to leaving customer premises.

• Travel 95–100% of the time throughout the Americas.

⛳️ Requirements

• A two-year associate degree in Industrial Electrical/Mechanical Technology or a related field is preferred, or equivalent vocational/technical training and experience.

• At least 1 year of experience in mechanical and/or industrial troubleshooting and repair.

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record; must pass an MVR check.

• Willingness and capability to work at heights and off the ground.

• Ability to work overtime and travel as needed.

• Willingness to work in demanding environments.

• Must frequently lift up to 25 lbs.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis.

• Must occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.

• Must rarely lift 100 lbs.

• Requires frequent climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, and overhead reaching.

• Requires occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, and crawling.

• Must be able to work outdoors approximately 90% of the time.

• Must be able to work in varying temperatures, noise levels, and heights.

• This is a safety-sensitive position.

🏝️ Benefits

• Company vehicle/work truck and gas card for business use.

• Medical coverage.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company matching from day one.

• Profit sharing.

• Identity theft protection.

• Accident insurance.

• Travel insurance.

• Wellness program that may reduce medical deductibles and potentially offer no-cost medical benefits in 2025.

• 2 weeks of vacation annually, increasing to 3 weeks after 5–12 years and 4 weeks after 13+ years.

• 5 days of sick leave per year, pro-rated during the first year after 90 days of service.

• 10 paid holidays per year.