Crane and Elevator Technician

  • Norrell Construction
  • La Porte, TX 77571, USA
  • Jul 08, 2025
Full time Construction Crane and Elevator Technician

Job Description

Position Title: Crane and Elevator Technician

Location: Central Division

Reports to: Superintendent

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Objective:

The Crane and Elevator Tech will repair and inspect elevators, overhead cranes and hoists and other overhead lifting equipment to ensure equipment is compliant with manufacturers, OSHA, and ASME Standards. Interface with customers to create service and inspection programs and ensure full customer satisfaction in their execution. Communication between customers, Norrell management, evaluations, and repairs. 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must have 3+ years of experience in the industry. 
  • Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent. 
  • Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record. 
  • Must pass drug and background check. 
  • Must be comfortable working in tight spaces and at heights. 
  • Some heavy lifting will be required. 
  • Must have a valid Driver's License.  
  • Must be able to pass a drug test/ background. 

KNOWLEDGE:   

  • Perform routine and preventative maintenance on personnel/freight elevators. 
  • Significant experience with electrical control circuits for three phase and single-phase power. 
  • Strong experience regarding equipment modifications, including VFD retrofits, radio remote installs, motor, and gear replacements, hydraulic to electrical braking retrofits, and bar to festoon conversions. 
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot electrical equipment. 
  • Ensure the safety, reliability and dependability in compliance with our A17 code for elevators in compliance with OSHA regulations. 
  • Motor repairs and PLC knowledge is a plus. 
  • Experience in adjusting door mechanisms, and safety controls. 
  • Machining and welding skills a plus. 
  • Mechanical gearing knowledge. 
  • Installation of Overhead Lifting Associated equipment; electrification, ASCE Rail, hoists and cranes, elevators (structures a plus). 
  • Experience in solid state / magnetic motor control AC/DC. 
  • Installation of Overhead Lifting Associated equipment; electrification, ASCE Rail, hoists and cranes, elevators (structures a plus). 

EDUCATION:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Must be able to pass drug and background screening
  • Available for after-hour service calls

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting, and lifting.
  • Will talk and hear to communicate.
  • Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools.
  • May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
  • Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work on platforms and/or scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
  • Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.

U.S. Only: Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Norrell Construction is required. Norrell Construction, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.