About the Company
Craneworks is a leader in high-compliance crane services, trusted by defense and government customers who require safe, reliable, and mission-ready equipment. Each year, we inspect 1,000+ cranes and deliver numerous new hoists and cranes while ensuring compliance with OSHA, ASME, ANSI, and DoD standards. Customers choose Craneworks when mission readiness, safety, and compliance cannot be compromised.
Position Summary
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic services and repairs the diesel-powered truck portion of mobile cranes and other heavy construction equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations. This role is responsible for performing inspections, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems in alignment with FMCSA and DOT standards. Working closely with crane technicians, the mechanic provides field support, participates in crane-specific training, and ensures all repairs and maintenance activities are thoroughly documented. The position is essential to maintaining fleet readiness in support of defense-related operations.
Responsibilities:
Functional Requirements
- Diagnose and repair heavy-duty equipment and trucks, including:
- Drive lines
- Diesel engines
- Air and hydraulic brake systems
- HVAC/Air Conditioning systems
- Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and ensure compliance with FMCSA standards.
- Document maintenance, inspections, and repairs in line with DOT recordkeeping requirements.
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues.
- Support crane technicians on site and participate in crane-specific training.
Team Support
- Interact with other team members, such as crane technicians and contract specialists.
Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- ASE Certifications in at least 3 of the following:
- Diesel Engines (T2)
- Drive Train (T3)
- Brakes (T4)
- HVAC Systems (T7 or A7)
- 3+ years of experience in diesel/heavy truck repair
- Solid understanding of FMCSA/DOT regulations and inspection criteria.
- Comfortable using diagnostic tools and interpreting service manuals.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to work independently.
- Comfortable working in field environments.
- U.S. citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- CDL Class A or B license.
- EPA 609 Certification (Mobile A/C systems).
- OSHA 10 or 30.
- Hydraulic system experience.
- Welding or fabrication skills.
- Exposure to crane systems or heavy lifting equipment is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
This job operates in field environments, which may include both indoor and outdoor settings, exposure to industrial noise, and moving equipment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces.
- Regularly required to lift, carry, push or move 50 pounds; occasionally may be required to move heavier loads with assistance.
- Must be able to work at heights up to 130 feet above the ground level.
- Must be able to use hands and arms to handle tools, operate equipment, and perform physical tasks.
- Must be able to work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and dusty environments.
- Must maintain the visual and auditory ability to safely navigate job sites and operate or work around heavy equipment.
Travel Requirements:
Some travel may be required, up to 10% of the time. The travel will typically be local; however, could be regional, or national and may be by car, rail, or air.
Disclaimer:
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.