Field Crane Mechanic — Travel-Ready Diagnostics Pro

Superior Skilled Trades; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Field Crane Mechanic for a direct hire opportunity in Rockport, TX. The role involves inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing mobile cranes and related heavy equipment, with travel across TX, NM & OK.

Experience with Liebherr, Manitowoc, and Tadano cranes is required. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex systems, read manuals and schematics, and provide accurate service records while working with minimal

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on crane mechanic experience.
• Experience with Liebherr, Manitowoc, and Tadano cranes.
• Strong mechanical knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on mobile cranes and related heavy equipment.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, booms, brakes, and mechanical components.
• Travel to customer job sites to identify equipment malfunctions and complete necessary repairs.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Inspect, repair, replace, and rebuild damaged or worn crane components.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Test equipment following repairs to ensure safe operation and compliance with manufacturer specifications.
• Fabricate, modify, and install replacement parts and specialized components as needed.
• Perform routine inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain accurate service records and follow all applicable safety procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnosing complex crane issues

Preventive maintenance

Reading schematics/diagrams

Tools

Liebherr cranes

Manitowoc cranes

Tadano cranes

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Field Crane Mechanic for a direct hire opportunity in Rockport, TX. The role involves inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing mobile cranes and related heavy equipment, with travel across TX, NM & OK.

Experience with Liebherr, Manitowoc, and Tadano cranes is required. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex systems, read manuals and schematics, and provide accurate service records while working with minimal