JAXPORT
Jacksonville, FL
Crane Maintenance Technician I
Reports To: Assistant Manager, Equipment
Pay Grade:309
Hourly Pay Rate:$28.50
Posting Date:January 30, 2026
Closing Date:February 13, 2026 Open Until Filled
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
•This position is responsible for assisting Crane Technicians in the maintenance and repair of all cranes to include gantry, friction, mobile cranes and support equipment to ensure downtime is kept at the lowest possible level.
•Operates all cranes as required to make tests of all systems, spreader changes, other maintenance operations, and for cargo handling.
•Maintains engine run records, equipment rental records and equipment maintenance records on all equipment.
•Performs preventative maintenance using proper type of lubricants, oil and filter changes. Assists in generator and/or motor removal and installation, alignment, repair, fluids and brush changes. Assists in maintenance of diesel power units.
•Pre-checks and maintains support equipment. Assists in trouble-shooting all systems (electrical, hydraulic and mechanical).
•Correctly uses and maintains hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
•Maintains assigned equipment and work areas in a clean, organized and professional manner.
•Maintains adequate amounts of spare parts and maintenance supplies.
•Establishes and maintains a professional image with the customers and fellow employees.
•May be required to be in an “on-call” status as determined by the terminal where assigned and its operational environment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
•High School diploma or equivalent required.
Experience:
•Minimum of three years’ experience in mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems required.
•At JAXPORT’s discretion, can substitute the three years’ experience with advanced training in the above areas.
License/Certifications: N/A
Knowledge:
•General knowledge of industrial electricity/electronics.
Skills Required:
•Must be able to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
•Must be able to adapt to frequent changes in work schedule and job assignments.
Travel: None
Other Requirements:
•Must be able to complete and pass the written test for a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to be able to operate terminal support equipment. A CDL license is not required.
•Valid driver license is required and must be maintained during employment.
•This position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.
•Must be able to obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) during employment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
•Frequently remain in a stationary position.
•Constantly move, traverse inside office or on JAXPORT property to accomplish job duties.
•Constantly operate, use or handle equipment, tools, computers and other office machinery.
•Constantly ascend, descend, work atop, traverse on ladders, equipment and buildings to perform maintenance and safety functions. Heights up to 200 feet.
•Constantly position self to move, to maintain or repair equipment on terminal or in office.
•Constantly detect, determine, identify, recognize, observe, inspect to read and use computers.
•Constantly detect, converse with, convey, exchange information with others via radio, telephone. Ability to listen to equipment to troubleshoot
•Continuously move, transport and position, material up to 25 pounds, frequently up to 75 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
APPLY
Internal applicants that meet the minimum qualifications for this position must complete an internal application and send to Human Resources with a copy of current resume by the closing date.
External applicants that meet the minimum qualifications for this position must apply online on the “Careers Page” at www.jaxport.com by the closing date.
JAXPORT will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
AN EO/EA, ADA AND VETERANS PREFERENCE EMPLOYER
