About us

Amentum is a multifaceted supplier specializing in providing and managing maintenance and engineering technical support services for commercial and industrial critical facilities. Employing over 50,000 people in 85 Countries, your growth and possibilities within our company are endless.

As an Amentum employee you can enjoy:

• Benefits beginning Day 1

• Growth opportunities

• Safe work environment

• Team focused environment

Amentum is seeking a skilled Crane Maintenance Tech III to support our 1st Shift industrial maintenance team in Lafayette, IN. In this role, you will perform electrical and mechanical preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on critical equipment, including overhead cranes, gantry systems, hoists, and facility-related systems. Join our team and make an impact by ensuring operational efficiency and equipment reliability.

Shift: 1st Shift | Hours: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (subject to business demand; call-in and weekend support may be required).

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on overhead cranes, gantry systems, CM hoists, jibs, and jib hoists.

• Perform general maintenance and troubleshooting on facility systems, including buildings, equipment, and fixtures.

• Operate aerial and platform lifts and work at heights while adhering to safety practices such as lockout/tagout protocols.

• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues, including reading and interpreting schematics, diagrams, and specifications.

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks as scheduled in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and document work.

• Provide timely service and feedback to customers, ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes, and safety regulations.

• Identify and recommend improvements to maintenance methods and equipment performance.

• Use diagnostic tools, hand tools, and diagnostic hardware to troubleshoot and optimize energy efficiency and equipment functionality.

• Exhibit flexibility in managing daily tasks and schedules to meet customer and operational needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• At least 1 year of experience maintaining overhead cranes, gantry systems, hoists, or related equipment (preferred) OR equivalent industrial/manufacturing experience.

• Ability to operate and work in aerial or scissor lifts at heights of up to 30 feet.

• Must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

• U.S. Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or technical certification in crane/hoist, industrial mechanical, HVAC, or a related field.

• Experience with building mechanical equipment operations, diagnostics, and repairs.

• Experience with preventive maintenance on facility equipment.

• Experience with basic plumbing and electrical troubleshooting.

• Familiarity with CMMS systems for managing maintenance activities.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license (if required by client).

• Availability for overtime, holidays, alternate shifts, and weekend work is necessary.

• Ability to obtain a security access badge for worksite entry.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

• Frequently climb ladders, kneel, bend, squat, stretch, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.

• Walk extensively throughout the facility during shifts.

• Perform repetitive wrist movements and differentiate between wire colors.

• Maintain professionalism while interacting with clients in high-stress environments.

• Note: PPE (steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, etc.) is required for this role.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.