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Barnhart Crane & Rigging

Lead Crane Mechanic

12 days ago by Barnhart Crane & Rigging
  • Salary negotiable
  • Richland, WA, US
  • Full-time
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AI summary

Lead Crane Mechanic role focused on preventative and corrective maintenance across diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems and onboard computer troubleshooting for cranes and heavy equipment. Barnhart Crane & Rigging is a nationwide heavy lifting, rigging and transport company with a strong safety-first, team-based culture. Standout perk: competitive pay with company or union benefits and an excellent benefits package.

Key skills
Diesel engine maintenance and troubleshootingHydraulic systems maintenance (booms, outriggers, pumps)Electrical diagnostics and troubleshooting (onboard computer systems)Reading electrical and hydraulic schematicsMaintenance of conventional and hydraulic cranesForklift and tractor trailer maintenanceASE certificationsPreventative maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenanceCrane operations experience (CCO desirable)Basic rigging knowledge
Salary not listed — comparable Lead/Heavy Equipment Crane Mechanic roles in the Richland, WA area often pay roughly $35–$55/hour depending on certifications, union scale, and travel/shift requirements.
You'll thrive here if you’re a safety-focused heavy-equipment mechanic with strong diesel/hydraulic/electrical troubleshooting skills who can communicate well, travel as needed, and handle shift work in a fast-paced environment.
Why apply
  • Competitive pay
  • Company or union benefits
  • Excellent benefit package

Job Description


  • 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
  • Must have the ability to work on hydraulic and conventional cranes, forklifts, tractor trailers and miscellaneous equipment
  • Must work well and communicate effectively with operators and other mechanics
  • Competitive pay, company or union benefits
  • Full - time hourly position, excellent benefit package

Qualifications


  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in diesel 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 in diesel, gasoline and propane engines
  • Proven ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics
  • Must have appropriate ASE certifications
  • Willing to travel for days to weeks at a time, sometimes with limited notice
  • Creative thinking skills to make continuous improvements
  • Willing to workday and night shifts, weekends and holidays
  • Basic rigging knowledge and experience in the heavy construction business is helpful
  • Must pass drug test, fit for duty test and background check

PURPOSE - Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.

MINDS OVER MATTER - Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.

NETWORK - Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest networks of talent and resources with over 55 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.

CULTURE - Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the "One TEAM." We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Reference: 25765_526196021·Original posting
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