Field Service Technician – Deep Foundation Equipment (Travel 90%)

Liebherr USA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Liebherr USA is seeking a skilled crane technician in Houston to diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile equipment such as crawler cranes and drilling rigs. You will test electrical and mechanical systems, repair components, and ensure workmanship meets manufacturer specs across yard, shop, or field settings.

Requires a minimum of three years in crane maintenance, willingness to travel up to 90% domestically and internationally, and ability to obtain a valid passport.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• At least three years of experience as technician in the crane business.

Responsibilities

• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or modification to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer’s specifications.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
• Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment in order to diagnose defects.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges.
• Read, understand, and interpret operating manuals, parts manuals, blueprints and technical drawings.
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using test instruments.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
• Complete assigned paperwork as instructed.
• Oversees the maintenance of quality standards through visual and mechanical inspection methods.
• Promotes a safe work environment by ensuring the group and self follow established safety procedures.
• Oversees the handling and disposing of hazardous wastes, such as toner, oil, antifreeze, transmission fluid, auto parts cleaner, and similar material.

Skills

Electrical theory

Mechanical theory

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Pressure gauges

Motor analyzers

Job description

Liebherr USA is seeking a skilled crane technician in Houston to diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile equipment such as crawler cranes and drilling rigs. You will test electrical and mechanical systems, repair components, and ensure workmanship meets manufacturer specs across yard, shop, or field settings.

Requires a minimum of three years in crane maintenance, willingness to travel up to 90% domestically and internationally, and ability to obtain a valid passport.