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Install Technician- Cranes

CompanyAmerican Equipment
LocationPittsburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 25, 2026
About The Company
The uptime solutions company.
About the Role

Description

Install Technician- Cranes


American Equipment is the leading full-service overhead crane and hoist manufacturer and distributor in the Western U.S. The company has 14 strategic locations across the Western U.S. and ships cranes nationally. American Equipment is a comprehensive solutions provider for everything related to customers’ overhead crane and hoist needs, including new and replacement equipment, system modernizations, parts, preventative maintenance and repair services and training. American Equipment was founded in 1969 and serves thousands of customers across a variety of end markets, including light & heavy industrial, automation, mining, public utilities, government, aerospace & defense, and energy. 


Position Summary:


We are looking for an Install Technician in our Pittsburgh, CA location.  


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in installation of equipment / cranes
  • Accurately and neatly document on the service report for the work performed.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Travel will be required, including occasional overnight travel.

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Aptitude for either electrical or mechanical environments as well as familiarity with mechanical and electrical equipment       
  • Ability to work well in a team environment. 
  • Willingness to work overtime is required 
  • Strong communication skills 
  • Proven commitment to safety 
  • Comfort with working at heights

Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma
  • Valid Driver’s License with a good driving history and no DUIs
  • Hands-on electro-mechanical maintenance or equivalent military experience a plus
  • Must pass drug-screen and background check

What we offer:

  • Cigna Health Insurance (Kaiser in CA)
  • FSA & HSA healthcare employer contribution
  • Critical Illness, Accidental, and Hospital Indemnity Plans
  • Dental and Vision Plans
  • Company paid STD & LTD Disability Insurance
  • Educational and Tuition Reimbursement
  • Maternity (12-wks) and Paternity leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Basic & Voluntary Life AD&D
  • 4% 401k Employer Match, with 6% of your Contribution
  • Company vacation time and 56 hours Front Loaded Sick Time
  • Company provided PPE

Work Environment


This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.


Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.


We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status

Key Skills
Mechanical maintenanceElectrical maintenanceCrane installationCommunication skillsSafety complianceTeamworkDocumentationElectro-mechanical systemsTroubleshooting
Categories
TradesManufacturingEngineeringConstructionEnergy
Benefits
Health InsuranceFSAHSACritical Illness InsuranceAccidental InsuranceHospital Indemnity PlansDental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort Term Disability InsuranceLong Term Disability InsuranceTuition ReimbursementMaternity LeavePaternity LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceAD&D Insurance401kVacation TimeSick Time
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Install Technician will assist in the installation of overhead cranes and hoists while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. They are responsible for accurately documenting all service work performed on official reports.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$25 - $32
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
162
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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