Tower Crane Field Service Technician (TX/NM/OK)

SST Direct; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

SST Direct is seeking an experienced Tower Crane Mechanic to perform field service, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on tower cranes and related lifting equipment at active construction jobsites in Texas. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and the ability to travel.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnosing hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and control-system issues, reading equipment manuals and schematics, and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience repairing and maintaining tower cranes or similar crane equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and crane control-system issues in a field-service environment.
• Experience working independently at active construction jobsites and safely performing equipment repairs.
• Ability to travel extensively and work flexible schedules based on project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs on tower cranes and related crane equipment to maintain safe, reliable operation.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, structural, and control-system issues using diagnostic equipment and manuals.
• Inspect crane components, including hoists, motors, gearboxes, brakes, wire ropes, bearings, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot crane malfunctions directly at construction jobsites and complete repairs, adjustments, parts replacements, and testing.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and manufacturer specs to identify faults and determine procedures.
• Conduct operational and safety checks after maintenance to verify proper crane function and safety compliance.
• Coordinate with field service teams, crane operators, and project personnel to schedule repairs and communicate status.
• Maintain service records, inspection reports, and maintenance logs.
• Identify required replacement parts and assist with parts procurement.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE around heavy equipment and active sites.

Skills

Tower crane repair

Troubleshooting

Field service

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Job description

SST Direct is seeking an experienced Tower Crane Mechanic to perform field service, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on tower cranes and related lifting equipment at active construction jobsites in Texas. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and the ability to travel.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnosing hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and control-system issues, reading equipment manuals and schematics, and coordinating with