| Location | Lake Charles, LA |
| Salary | $4,177–$7,518 |
Port Crane Technician 1
Salary
$4,177.00 - $7,518.00 Monthly
Location
Lake Charles, LA
Job Type
Promotion
Job Number
228081
Department
Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District
Opening Date
11/03/2026
Closing Date
11/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
OUR MISSION
TO ACTIVELY CREATE, FACILITATE AND ENHANCE BENEFITS FROM MARITIME TRANSPORTATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF ITS CUSTOMERS, STAKEHOLDERS, AND THE CITIZENS OF SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA.
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
Performs advanced level duties in the repair and maintenance of computer-driven cranes, equipment and vehicles used at the Port of Lake Charles.
Performance of these duties requires the ability to perform manual physical labor such as standing, stooping, bending, walking, pushing, pulling, climbing and lifting 30 pounds or more; work outdoors in all types of weather; work around waterfront
Promotional- Eligible applicants must be a current, permanent classified employee of Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District
Minimum Qualifications
One year of experience or training in the installation, maintenance, or repair of hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and/or electronic systems in either a commercial or industrial setting; OR
One year of experience or training in the maintenance or repair of computer-driven heavy equipment.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
New employees must be able to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Crane Electrical Repairs: Incumbent is responsible for performing all electrical maintenance on the Port's rail mounted gantry cranes and rubber tire mobile harbor cranes.
This includes, but is not limited to inspection, testing, routine maintenance, periodic maintenance, preventive maintenance, repairs and replacement (or all in part) to all electrical systems.
This includes but is not limited to complex electrical/electronic systems, computer programs, and programmable logic controllers.
Heavy industrial/solid state/analog and digital/ variable and single speed static and dynamic controlled systems, Ethernet cables, fiber optic cables, electronic cards, motor starters, coaxial cables, proximity switches, circuit breakers, bus interfaces and reversing contactors.
Uses standard tools such as voltmeters, amp meters, watt meters and related equipment. Direct and assists other technicians in the repair or replacement of gear reduction systems and driveline assemblies, sheaves, drums, bearings, pins, block and wire ropes.
Crane Mechanical and Hydraulic Repairs:
Incumbent is responsible for performing all mechanical and hydraulic maintenance on the Port's rail mounted gantry cranes and rubber tire mobile harbor cranes.
This includes, but is not limited to inspection, testing, routine, periodic and preventive maintenance, repairs and replacement (all or in part) to all mechanical and hydraulic systems.
This includes but is not limited to greasing/lubricating all moving parts and equipment as required, maintaining and repairing structural components and cranes, spreader bars, open and closed gearboxes, changing of large industrial wire ropes, installation of bearings, rollers and sheaves, maintenance and repair of large diesel engines and maintenance and repair of multifunction hydraulic control units and systems.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Promotional - Eligible applicants must be a current, permanent classified employee of Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District.
Career Progression: This position does not participates in a Career Progression Group.
Compensation: The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant. The starting minimum pay for the Port Crane Technician 1 is $24.10/hourly.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score or assessment is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Jo Ellen Elliott
Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District
jelliott@portlc.com
337-493-3522
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
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Are you a current permanent classified employee of Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District?
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
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Do you have a valid TWIC?
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Do you have at least 1 year of experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of hydraulic, mechanical, electrical or electronic systems of computer-driven heavy equipment or cranes?
Required Question
Employer State of Louisiana
Address 1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone (866) 783-5462
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm