Tower Crane Field Tech: Maintenance & Diagnostics

Maxim Crane Supply; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxim Crane Supply is seeking a Tower Crane Field Maintenance Specialist to perform routine inspections, diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, and execute repairs on crane systems at customer sites. The role emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and adherence to OEM specs.

You will read schematics, use diagnostics tools, and coordinate with site teams during critical lifts, with travel to projects within the territory. Strong hydraulic and welding skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience as a heavy equipment technician focused on construction machinery upkeep.
• Broad mechanical know-how across cranes, excavators, forklifts, tractors, trailers and related equipment.
• Ability to read schematics and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Hands-on hydraulics repair, welding, alignment procedures.
• Preferred: a current heavy equipment operation certification.
• Strong safety awareness and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Own routine inspections and preventive maintenance across crane systems: electrical circuits, hydraulics, and key mechanical assemblies.
• Diagnose issues using technical manuals, wiring diagrams, meters, and hands-on testing to pinpoint root causes.
• Repair or replace motors, brakes, transmissions, suspensions, and air brake systems to restore peak performance.
• Execute advanced electrical troubleshooting on crane control systems per OEM specifications.
• Fabricate and fix with hand and power tools, welding gear, and soldering skills for assemblies and modifications.
• Maintain meticulous service records and safety documentation per industry standards.
• Coordinate crane operations with construction teams during maintenance or lifts.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diesel engine diagnostics

Hydraulics

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Welding

Field service

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Tools

Welding gear

Hand and power tools

Soldering tools

Job description

Maxim Crane Supply is seeking a Tower Crane Field Maintenance Specialist to perform routine inspections, diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, and execute repairs on crane systems at customer sites. The role emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and adherence to OEM specs.

You will read schematics, use diagnostics tools, and coordinate with site teams during critical lifts, with travel to projects within the territory. Strong hydraulic and welding skills are a plus.