Field Crane Mechanic

Pay: $40–$50 per hour (based on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Location: Corpus Christi, TX
Travel: Extensive Travel Required – TX, NM & OK

Superior Skilled Trades is hiring an experienced Field Crane Mechanic for a direct hire opportunity with our client!

Our client is an established leader in the crane rental and heavy lifting industry, providing specialized lifting equipment and services for construction, industrial, and infrastructure projects.

We are seeking a highly skilled Field Crane Mechanic with extensive hands-on experience inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing mobile cranes and related heavy equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with Liebherr, Manitowoc, and Tadano cranes and must be capable of independently troubleshooting and completing complex repairs in the field with minimal supervision.

• Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on mobile cranes and related heavy equipment.

• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, booms, brakes, and mechanical components.

• Travel to customer job sites to identify equipment malfunctions and complete necessary repairs.

• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.

• Inspect, repair, replace, and rebuild damaged or worn crane components.

• Read and interpret equipment manuals, hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, blueprints, and technical drawings.

• Test equipment following repairs to ensure safe operation and compliance with manufacturer specifications.

• Fabricate, modify, and install replacement parts and specialized components as needed.

• Perform routine inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and preventive maintenance.

• Maintain accurate service records and follow all applicable safety procedures.

• Extensive hands-on experience as a Crane Mechanic, Field Service Mechanic, or Heavy Equipment Mechanic specializing in cranes.

• Experience servicing and repairing Liebherr, Manitowoc, and Tadano cranes is required.

• Strong mechanical knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and crane components.

• Proven ability to independently diagnose and repair complex crane equipment issues in the field.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, and service documentation.

• Proficiency using diagnostic equipment, precision measuring tools, and specialized repair tools.

• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and mechanical repair skills.

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively to customer job sites.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or training.

• Full-time travel is required, with a typical two-week rotation allowing employees to return home.

• Candidates open to extended travel assignments may remain at a job site for the duration of a project.

• Travel locations include Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma, with potential assignments near Albuquerque, NM.

• Company-paid travel expenses: Employees receive a company credit card covering hotel accommodations, fuel, and meals.

• $40–$50 per hour, depending on experience.

• Full-time, direct-hire opportunity.

• Company-paid lodging, fuel, and meals during travel assignments.

If you are an experienced Field Crane Mechanic with strong troubleshooting and repair skills and are comfortable with extensive travel, we encourage you to apply!

Superior Skilled Trades is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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