Heavy Equipment Shop Manager - Cranes (Houston)
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Salary: $115,000 - $120,000 per year A bit about us: We’re an established crane solutions provider with a national footprint and a reputation for quality, integrity, and customer-first service. Our team supports a diverse inventory of mobile cranes, parts, and related equipment. We are looking to bring on a hands-on Service & Reconditioning Leader to oversee its crane service and rebuild operations. This is a working-manager role—ideal for someone who enjoys leading a team while still being deeply involved in diagnostics, rebuilds, inspections, and complex troubleshooting on cranes. Why join us?
- High-impact leadership – Mentor and develop skilled technicians while setting the technical and safety bar for the operation.
- Stable, Long-Term Opportunity – Join an established operation with consistent work, clear direction, and a focus on doing things the right way.
- Collaborative Environment – Work closely with operations and sales teams with transparency, shared priorities, and no unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Competitive Compensation & Full Benefits – Strong base salary plus health, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off.
- Provide expert technical input on crane condition reports and trade-in evaluations.
- Approve purchase requests and manage cost control on crane repairs.
- Ensure all mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems are tested, repaired, and documented according to company and safety standards.
- Provide hands-on technical assistance and troubleshooting support to service technicians during complex repairs, diagnostics, or rebuilds.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic schematics for reference in future jobs.
- Train and mentor service personnel on advanced systems such as CAN-bus controls, hydraulic load-sensing systems, and electronic safety devices (e.g., LMI, RCL, or outrigger sensors).
- Oversee daily operations of the crane service and reconditioning shop.
- Supervise mechanics, welders, electricians, and support staff to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety standards.
- Solve complex problems related to crane operations and maintenance.
- Manage inventory to ensure parts are available as needed.
- Maintain high standards of quality control in all aspects of the job.
- Oversee regular maintenance of all equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in mobile cranes with factory training by Liebherr, Tadano, or Grove.
- Proven experience in workflow and scheduling, parts and inventory coordination.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
- Ability to provide hands-on technical assistance and troubleshooting support.
- Experience in developing and maintaining technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic schematics.
- Proven ability to train and mentor service personnel on advanced systems.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in supervising a diverse team.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Experience in inventory management and quality control.
- Proven track record of maintaining equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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