Crane Field Technician: Electrical & Hydraulic Expert

Crane 1 Services

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 73,000 - 94,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Crane 1 Services seeks experienced Service Technicians to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair cranes, lifting equipment, and industrial machinery. The role covers overhead, mobile, crawler, and tower cranes, with emphasis on electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical troubleshooting.

Ideal candidates will diagnose complex equipment issues in the field, read electrical schematics, and document findings for customers. Company benefits start Day 1 and on-site work is expected in Wisconsin.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3–5+ years of experience maintaining and repairing cranes, heavy equipment, construction equipment, industrial machinery, or similar electromechanical systems.
Experience with electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and hydraulic diagrams.
Familiarity with OSHA and ANSI safety standards.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel locally for service calls.
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and participate in on-call rotations.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on cranes, hoists, lifting equipment, and industrial machinery.
Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
Troubleshoot motor controls, VFDs, AC/DC systems, hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, and related components.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical drawings.
Document equipment conditions and provide repair and safety recommendations to customers.
Complete service reports and inspection documentation accurately; work safely at heights.