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At the Port of New Orleans, our mission is to drive economic prosperity throughout our tri-parish jurisdiction: Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard. We collaborate with state and local partners to ensure that we can continue to be a vital link to the world for businesses and consumers throughout Louisiana and beyond. The Port is seeking a skilled and motivated Port Crane Technician 1, 2, 3 or 4 to join our team. This position plays a critical role in maintaining, repairing, and safely operating ship-to-shore container cranes and rubber-tired gantry (RTG) cranes that support 24/7 port operations. Technicians perform a wide range of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and operational duties—from routine inspections to advanced troubleshooting of complex crane systems. This is a hands-on, high-impact career opportunity offering progressive skill development, cutting-edge industrial technology, and the chance to work on some of the largest and most sophisticated equipment in the maritime industry.

Apply today to keep global commerce moving—be the force behind every lift at the Port.

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:

• Safely operate and support port container cranes during vessel berthing, setup, testing, and maintenance activities, ensuring adherence to all safety and operational procedures.
• Perform electrical maintenance and repair on ship-to-shore and rubber-tired gantry (RTG) cranes, including inspection, testing, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and replacement of complex electrical, electronic, PLC, drive, and communication systems using manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools.
• Conduct mechanical, hydraulic, and facility maintenance, including inspection, repair, and replacement of crane structures, gearboxes, wire ropes, engines, hydraulic systems, and related equipment; assist and monitor contractors, support maintenance facilities, and respond to emergency and other assigned duties.

Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Port Crane Technician 1, 2, 3 or 4 Work Schedule: Work hours are 12-hour shifts. Compensation: This position is eligible for premium pay of up to $2.31 per hour. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Mardi Gras
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veteran's Day
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor. 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

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system.
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org)
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others.