Mobile Crane Mechanic – Field Service Travel

Superior Skilled Trades; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and dental coverage

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

FSA/HSA wellness programs

Disability insurance

Employee discounts

Paid vacation/holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair cranes and heavy equipment directly at active jobsites across Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. This full-time travel role offers $40–$50 per hour, depending on experience, and about 50 hours per week.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of mechanical experience with cranes or heavy equipment, and can diagnose diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical experience, preferably with cranes or heavy equipment.
• Strong experience troubleshooting and repairing diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components.
• Experience with tower cranes or other crane equipment is preferred.
• OEM-specific training or manufacturer certifications are preferred—not required.
• Ability to independently diagnose mechanical problems and perform field repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, diagrams, and repair instructions.
• Travel-required position; full-time travel with rotating assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on cranes and heavy equipment at active jobsites.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine issues.
• Inspect crane systems, booms, brakes, engines, and other major components to identify defects and determine necessary repairs.
• Repair, replace, and rebuild damaged or worn parts and equipment components.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, hydraulic systems, and mechanical assemblies.
• Test equipment after repairs to verify safe and proper operation.
• Read and interpret manuals, blueprints, and diagrams to guide repairs.
• Use hand tools, gauges, and diagnostic equipment to complete repairs.
• Maintain equipment reliability and follow safety procedures.
• Perform additional mechanical maintenance and repair duties as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical components

Diagnose and field repairs

Read technical manuals/diagrams

Background check clearance

High school diploma or GED

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair cranes and heavy equipment directly at active jobsites across Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. This full-time travel role offers $40–$50 per hour, depending on experience, and about 50 hours per week.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of mechanical experience with cranes or heavy equipment, and can diagnose diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components.