Crane Field Service Mechanic — Travel‑Heavy Diagnostics Pro

Bigge Crane and Rigging; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Health Savings Account

BYOD reimbursement

Company truck

Tablet provided

Job summary

Bigge Crane and Rigging is seeking a Field Service Mechanic in Dallas, TX. You will repair and maintain rough terrain, crawler, and mobile crane equipment, with focus on service and repair and occasional forklift work. Travel for extended periods is required.

The role demands strong electrical, hydraulic, drive train, and diagnostic skills, plus ability to read schematics. On-call nights and weekends are possible to support crane repairs at customer sites.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience repairing and maintaining mobile crane equipment (rough terrain, crawler, and/or mobile).
• Vocational training may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Ability to travel on short notice and be away overnight, sometimes for several days.

Responsibilities

• Repairing and maintaining rough terrain, crawler, and mobile crane equipment, and forklifts, focusing on service and repair.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with customers, supervisors, and other personnel.
• Read schematics (hydraulic and electrical).
• Load capacity and crane readings, ensuring safe operation and compliance.

Skills

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Drive train diagnostics

Engine troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Customer communication

Tool inventory management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

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Field Service Mechanic

Services Full Time Dallas, TX, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1034

Introduction

Bigge Crane and Rigging has been elevating America since 1916 . With over 1,800 cranes and a coast-to-coast presence, we buy, sell, rent, operate, and maintain one of the largest, most advanced crane fleets in the country. We’ve played a role in building some of America’s most iconic landmarks and earned a reputation for doing it right—with performance, precision, and accountability.

Job Overview

The Field Service Mechanic will be responsible for repairing and maintaining rough terrain, crawler, mobile crane equipment, and various types of forklifts. The primary focus is on the service and repair of the equipment.

Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Repairing and maintaining rough terrain, crawler, and mobile crane equipment, as well as various types of forklifts, with a primary focus on the service and repair of said equipment.
• Must have a strong background in electrical, drive train, engines, hydraulics, and computer-controlled systems.
• Has at least 3 - 5 years of experience in mechanical diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining mobile crane equipment.
• Will be on-call nights and weekends for crane repairs at customer’s job sites.
• Must be able to travel on short notice and be gone overnight, sometimes for several days.
• Must communicate effectively and professionally with customers, supervisors, and other personnel.
• Knowledge and experience in assembling and disassembling various crawler cranes are a plus but not required.
• Able to read schematics (both hydraulic and electrical).
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years (s) of experience repairing and maintaining rough terrain, crawler, and mobile crane construction equipment; vocational training may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Perform annual certifications and inspections.
• Ability to perform tasks independently without direct supervision.
• Computer literate with the ability to process information.
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to quality.
• Knowledgeable in troubleshooting various equipment lines, including Manitowoc, Grove, Terex, Tadano, Broderson, Kobelco, and Liebherr cranes.
• A history of safe work habits.
• Hard worker with a great attitude.
• Must supply own hand tools and keep up-to-date tool inventory of service trucks.
• Have a clean driving record and can drive a company service truck. Must keep trucks clean and maintained.
• A high school diploma is required, and higher education, including vocational training, is a plus.
• The company supplied the truck with a fuel card
• Company supplied tablet
• Competitive pay and a matching 401(k) plan
• Vacation, Company Holidays, and Sick Days
• Flexible spending accounts/Health savings account
• Reimbursement plan for the company Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy

Bigge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, military or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.