Crane Technician

Butterfly Staffing is supporting a growing service provider in the lifting equipment space seeking a hands-on Crane Technician. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience who is open to learning crane systems. Direct crane experience is a plus, but not required. The company will train the right person.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting on various crane types
  (Overhead, Tower, Port, Pick & Carry)
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
• Replace or repair components as needed to keep equipment operational
• Work safely at heights (20+ feet)
• Document service and maintenance work performed
• Communicate effectively with team and customers in the field

Schedule & Work Environment

• Standard schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• This role requires 24/7 on-call availability for service needs
• Technicians may be called out for evening, overnight, or weekend repairs as needed
• Opportunity for overtime (up to ~15–20 hours/week depending on workload)
• Example: occasional weekend service calls (e.g., ~4 hours on a Saturday)

Equipment & Travel

• Company vehicle/truck provided for certain roles or assignments
• Per diem offered for travel assignments, where applicable
• Overtime available and paid for after-hours and call-out work

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in industrial electrical and/or mechanical troubleshooting
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and mechanical drawings
• Comfortable working at heights
• Valid driver's license
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and integrity
• Team-oriented with good communication skills

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Experience working on cranes or lifting equipment
• Background in industrial maintenance, heavy equipment, or field service
• Familiarity with hydraulics, motors, controls, or VFDs

About the Company

Established service provider supporting crane and lifting equipment across the U.S. and internationally. Known for high-quality European equipment partnerships and strong field service support, including inspections, maintenance, and parts.