Crawler Crane Technician — Field Ops & Safety Lead

Socket.dev; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in the United States is seeking a Crawler Technician to direct the assembly and disassembly of scheduled crane movements at customer jobsites.

The role requires 3+ years of experience with lattice boom crawler cranes, ability to read lift plans and rigging drawings, and a commitment to safety and OSHA standards. Regular travel and a valid driver license are mandatory; weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience assembling and disassembling lattice boom crawler cranes and tele-crawlers.
• Advanced knowledge of crane functionality and terminology.
• Ability to read and follow lift plans and rigging drawings.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply all regulations and codes related to cranes and derricks per 29 CFR 1926.1403-1926.1406 and 192.1412.
• Complete On-Rent and Off-Rent inspections, site assessments, annual inspections, lift plans, and job-specific requirements.
• Ensure on-rent/off-rent inspections and photos uploaded to One-Drive per policy.
• Participate in site visits to confirm assembly area, truck staging, and safety requirements.
• Maintain contact with Regional Crawler Managers and Branch personnel during assembly/disassembly to confirm crew arrival and equipment.
• Participate in field calls to discuss initiatives, issues, and best practices.
• Assist in creating and sharing inventory of attachments and components.
• Assist with verification of job-specific load lists.
• Assist with locating crane components prior to ship/build date.

Skills

Crane operation

Lift plans

Rigging drawings

OSHA compliance

Safety briefings

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates or Vocational degree preferred

Commercial Driver’s License preferred

NCCCO Certification preferred

TWIC card preferred

Job description

Socket.dev in the United States is seeking a Crawler Technician to direct the assembly and disassembly of scheduled crane movements at customer jobsites.

The role requires 3+ years of experience with lattice boom crawler cranes, ability to read lift plans and rigging drawings, and a commitment to safety and OSHA standards. Regular travel and a valid driver license are mandatory; weekend work may be required.