Remote Field Service Technician — Cranes & Lifts

PALFINGER; Charlotte (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid holidays & PTO

Career growth

Job summary

PALFINGER in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Field Service Mechanic to service truck-mounted equipment in the field. The role requires hands-on field work, travel within the region, and strong diagnostic skills.

You will perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and inspections, document work, and ensure safety compliance. A valid CDL and tools are required, with PALFINGER providing certain proprietary tools.

Qualifications

• 3 years of mechanical experience or training with emphasis in articulating cranes and forklifts.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions and lift 75lbs+ for extended periods.
• Must speak, read and write English.
• Must have a valid CDL driver’s license or obtain within 60 days.
• Supply own tools; PALFINGER proprietary tools will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform field repairs and troubleshooting of articulating cranes, truck-mounted forklifts, conveyors, trucks and trailers with high independence.
• Perform quarterly preventive maintenance and Annual DOT inspections.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled troubleshooting and repairs during working and non-working hours.
• Communicate mechanical issues and required repairs to job site and fleet managers.
• Maintain service documentation including estimates, work orders, parts, labor and inventory.
• Comply with state and federal safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe company vehicle and work areas.

Skills

Mechanical

Hydraulics

Electrical

Diagnostics

Welding

English proficiency

Education

CDL license

Tools

PALFINGER proprietary tools

Job description

PALFINGER in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Field Service Mechanic to service truck-mounted equipment in the field. The role requires hands-on field work, travel within the region, and strong diagnostic skills.

You will perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and inspections, document work, and ensure safety compliance. A valid CDL and tools are required, with PALFINGER providing certain proprietary tools.