Crane Mechanic – Diesel & Electrical Systems

maximcranecareers; Montevideo (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Vacation time

Holidays

Sick time

401(k) match

Job summary

Maxim is seeking a skilled industrial mechanic to inspect, diagnose, maintain or repair crane systems, engines, electrical and hydraulic components. This role covers heavy fleet equipment including cranes, boom trucks, trailers, and semis, with day-to-day hands-on tasks on site.

You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance, read blueprints, calibrate parts, and ensure compliance with OEM specs. Candidates should have 5+ years of mechanical experience (crane preferred), CDL, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years' mechanical experience, crane preferred, or equivalent training.
• 3+ years' experience with diesel, gasoline, and propane engines.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and interpret manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, booms, electrical and hydraulic systems, brakes and other components.
• Operate hoists, forklifts, and hand trucks to handle, dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment.
• Inspect machines to diagnose defects and determine repairs; test post-repair performance.
• Read operating manuals, blueprints and technical drawings; fabricate/modify parts as needed.
• Repair, rewire and troubleshoot electrical systems; replace worn parts.
• Maintain safe work practices; pass required drug/background checks and fit-for-duty tests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Crane experience

Diesel engines

Blueprints interpretation

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates or Vocational degree

CDL

Job description

Maxim is seeking a skilled industrial mechanic to inspect, diagnose, maintain or repair crane systems, engines, electrical and hydraulic components. This role covers heavy fleet equipment including cranes, boom trucks, trailers, and semis, with day-to-day hands-on tasks on site.

You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance, read blueprints, calibrate parts, and ensure compliance with OEM specs. Candidates should have 5+ years of mechanical experience (crane preferred), CDL, and