Field Service Technician — Heavy Foundation Equipment

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

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation and personal days

Job summary

Liebherr-America, Inc. seeks an experienced crane technician to diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul mobile equipment such as crawler cranes and drilling rigs. The role involves field, shop, and yard work, applying electrical and mechanical theory, and ensuring repairs meet manufacturer specs.

High travel (up to 90%) and overtime possible. Requirements include a high school diploma and at least three years in crane repair. Ability to obtain driver’s license and passport is needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three years of experience as technician in 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 such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts and pressure gauges.
• 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

Crane repair

Electrical testing

Mechanical testing

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Liebherr-America, Inc. seeks an experienced crane technician to diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul mobile equipment such as crawler cranes and drilling rigs. The role involves field, shop, and yard work, applying electrical and mechanical theory, and ensuring repairs meet manufacturer specs.

High travel (up to 90%) and overtime possible. Requirements include a high school diploma and at least three years in crane repair. Ability to obtain driver’s license and passport is needed.