--- title: Field Crane Mechanic at Superior Skilled Trades description: Superior Skilled Trades is hiring for the Field Crane Mechanic role in Port Lavaca, TX. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/field-crane-mechanic-at-superior-skilled-trades-01a17f29-30d7-747f-b197-3bce85e91983 date: 2026-11-14T05:02:22Z og_description: Join Superior Skilled Trades as Field Crane Mechanic in Port Lavaca, TX. Pays $40–$50 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/5o0usi.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Superior Skilled Trades | | **Location** | Rockport, TX | | **Salary** | $30/hr - $45/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 27, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** B · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Superior Skilled Trades. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Superior Skilled Trades. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $50,000 – $83,000 a year (median $61,000). ## Description # Field Crane Mechanic – Direct Hire **Pay:** $30–$45 per hour (based on experience) **Employment Type:** Full-Time | Direct Hire **Location:** Rockport, TX **Travel:** Extensive Travel Required – TX, NM & OK ### **About the Opportunity** **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. ### **Key Responsibilities** - 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. ### **Required Qualifications** - 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. ### **Travel Requirements** - **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. ### **Compensation** - **$40–$50 per hour**, depending on experience. - Full-time, direct-hire opportunity. - Company-paid lodging, fuel, and meals during travel assignments. ### Apply Today! 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.** INDH ## Skills - Equipment Maintenance - Inspection - Crane Operator - Diesel Engines - Quality Inspection - Brakes - Technical Drawings - Problem Solving - Electrical Schematics - Mechanical Systems - Equipment Lubrication - Diagnostic Equipment Operation - Electrical Systems - Safety Procedures - Test Equipment - Hydraulic Schematics - Diagnostics - Ability to Work Independently - Heavy Equipment - Field Service - Mechanical Repair - Precision Measuring Instruments - Blueprinting - Technical Manuals ## Related - [Maintenance, Installation & Repair jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/maintenance-installation-and-repair?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Automotive & Vehicle Repair jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/maintenance-installation-and-repair/automotive-and-vehicle-repair?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Heavy Equipment Mechanic jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/maintenance-installation-and-repair/automotive-and-vehicle-repair/heavy-equipment-mechanic?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [Texas](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/texas?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 235227 jobs - [Staffing Agencies](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/staffing-and-recruiting/staffing-agencies?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 143755 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)