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How much do tower crane inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for tower crane inspector in the United States is $54,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $55,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to become a crane inspector?

To become a tower crane inspector, individuals typically need to complete relevant training and obtain certification from organizations such as the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO). Experience in crane operation or maintenance, along with knowledge of safety standards and inspection procedures, is also essential. Many inspectors work under the supervision of licensed professionals and must adhere to industry regulations and safety protocols.

What is the 3 3 3 rule for cranes?

The 3-3-3 rule for cranes is a safety guideline that recommends maintaining a minimum of 3 feet of clearance from power lines, 3 inches of clearance from other objects, and ensuring a 3-second reaction time to hazards. As a tower crane inspector, verifying adherence to these safety distances helps prevent electrical contact and accidents during crane operation.

What is the difference between Tower Crane Inspector vs Rigger?

AspectTower Crane InspectorRigger
CertificationsCrane inspection certifications, OSHA complianceRigging certifications, OSHA standards
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, crane maintenance areasConstruction sites, load handling zones
Job FocusInspecting crane safety, ensuring complianceAssembling, disassembling, and securing loads

While both Tower Crane Inspectors and Riggers work on construction sites and require safety certifications, Tower Crane Inspectors focus on inspecting and ensuring the safety of cranes, whereas Riggers specialize in load handling and rigging operations. Their roles complement each other but serve different safety and operational functions.

What type of inspector gets paid the most?

In the field of tower crane inspection, senior or lead inspectors with extensive experience, specialized certifications, and a strong safety record tend to earn the highest salaries. Inspectors working in high-risk environments or for large construction firms may also receive higher pay. Advanced knowledge of crane operation, maintenance, and compliance standards can contribute to increased earnings.

What are tower crane inspectors?

Tower crane inspectors are professionals responsible for examining, testing, and certifying tower cranes to ensure they meet safety and operational standards. They inspect the crane's structural integrity, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and safety devices. These inspections help prevent accidents and ensure the crane is safe for use on construction sites. Inspectors must be knowledgeable about regulatory requirements and industry standards, and they often work for inspection agencies, crane rental companies, or government bodies.

Can crane operators make 300k a year?

Tower crane operators typically earn between $50,000 and $100,000 annually, with top earners in high-demand areas or with extensive experience reaching around $150,000. Earning $300,000 a year is uncommon and usually requires additional certifications, specialized skills, or supervisory roles in large construction projects.

What are some common challenges faced by Tower Crane Inspectors during site inspections?

Tower Crane Inspectors often encounter challenges such as accessing hard-to-reach components at significant heights, coordinating inspections with ongoing construction activities, and ensuring compliance with evolving safety regulations. Weather conditions and site logistics can also impact scheduling and safety during inspections. Clear communication with crane operators, site managers, and safety personnel is crucial to address issues promptly and maintain a safe work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tower Crane Inspector, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tower Crane Inspector, you need a thorough understanding of crane mechanics, safety regulations, and inspection procedures, often supported by certifications such as CCO (Certified Crane Operator) or relevant OSHA training. Familiarity with inspection tools, load testing equipment, and digital reporting systems is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills help inspectors identify hazards and clearly convey findings to stakeholders. These skills ensure the safe operation of cranes, compliance with regulations, and the prevention of costly or dangerous accidents on construction sites.
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Infographic showing various Tower Crane Inspector job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,000 per year, or $26 per hour.
Tower Crane Service Technician

Tower Crane Service Technician

Morrow Equipment Company, LLC

Millwood, NY • On-site

$31 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Description:

Join Morrow’s Team as a Tower Crane & Personnel Hoist Service Technician

Morrow Equipment Company is seeking applicants for Tower Crane and Construction Personnel Hoist Service Technician to support our operations on major construction projects. This position is ideal for a technically skilled professional with a strong mechanical and electrical background who is committed to safety, reliability, and service excellence in demanding field environments.


Key Requirements:

  • Technical Expertise: Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated knowledge of 480-volt, three-phase electrical control systems
  • Electrical Controls: Experience with PLCs and variable frequency drives (VFDs) is preferred
  • Work Conditions: Ability to work at height, in outdoor construction environments, and on a flexible schedule
  • Availability: Weekend work is required
  • Safety Focus: Strong commitment to safety standards, procedures, and professional work practices

Responsibilities:

As a Tower Crane and Personnel Hoist Service Technician, you will be responsible for the inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of tower cranes and construction personnel hoists. You will support safe and efficient equipment operation by diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, performing scheduled service, and assisting in the installation of this equipment. Your technical expertise will directly contribute to jobsite productivity and equipment reliability while upholding Morrow’s high standards for safety and performance.


Why Morrow?

Morrow Equipment Company is recognized as the #1 tower crane provider in North America. We are dedicated to safety, quality, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. Joining Morrow means working with industry-leading equipment, experienced professionals, and supporting some of the most significant construction projects across the region.

If you are a skilled service technician seeking to advance your career with a respected industry leader, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Morrow team.


GENERAL JOB DUTIES:

Service Cranes and Hoists for Morrow Equipment Company.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, customers and vendors in a professional business environment, demonstrating a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative manner with all personnel to ensure tasks are completed timely.
  • Required to have excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and adjust priorities as necessary in order to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to handle confidential information in a professional and respectful manner.
  • Demonstrates a “can-do” attitude by being self-driven, personable, and dependable.
  • Respectful and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication style to express ideas, thoughts, and feelings to everyone while performing for/or representing the Company.
  • Strong focus towards serving internal and external customers with courtesy, tact, calmness, timeliness, sincerity, and empathy.
  • Successful problem-solving skills, including the identification, resolution, prevention of problems, and being a good listener
  • Effective speaking and writing skill and ability, including face-to-face, by phone, email, reports, and other required documentation
  • Detail-oriented with an ability to plan and prioritize work activities with a focus on quality and timeliness
  • Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and is able to multi-task and deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Computer proficiency, including ability to use e-mail, Microsoft Word and Excel, PDFs, internet browsers, etc.
  • Provide technical assistance to erect, climb, dismantle and perform maintenance and repairs to cranes and personnel/material hoists in district region and other locations as required.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including manufacturer’s published instructions, parts and equipment specifications, catalogs, manuals, etc.
  • Ability to read electrical schematics.
  • Knowledge of electrical and mechanical hoist and crane systems.
  • Ability to service motor controls and diagnose electrical problems.
  • Proper loading of equipment on trucks for transporting equipment from jobsites.
  • Ability and willingness to assist District Service Manager and Shop/Yard Foreman with maintenance and repair of cranes and hoists when not assigned to a jobsite.
  • Ensure the maintenance and preventative maintenance is performed on all assigned tools.
  • Ensure all assigned lifting equipment is inspected and maintained in a safe operating condition.
  • Following of all Company safety rules, policies, and procedures at all times, including proper usage of Company-supplied PPE as required, including hard hats, safety glasses, body harnesses, arc flash, etc.
  • Ability to represent the Company in a professional manner, which includes wearing of Company supplied MEC Branded shirts or FR uniforms, and proper maintenance of Company vehicles, tools, and equipment.
  • Understanding and compliance with Company policies, OSHA, Applicable ASME B30 safety standards, State and local specific safety regulations, and site-specific safety plans as they apply to crane and hoist erection, dismantle, climbing, maintenance and repair.
  • Notifies the District Service Manager or, if unavailable, the Corporate Safety Director, Corporate Service Manager or Vice President of Operations of unsafe conditions and/or practices.
  • Complying with safety regulations, standards and Company policies.
  • Responsible for timely completion and submission of required paper work and reports to the Corporate office.
  • Safeguard tools and equipment belonging to the Company.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work at heights as required
  • Ability and willingness to work extra hours, including overtime and on-call availability, according to business needs.
  • Performance of other duties as assigned by District Service Manager or Field Service Manager.


BENEFITS

Your needs, and those of your family, are unique to you. That’s why Morrow Equipment Company provides a comprehensive and flexible benefits program that you can customize to fit your personal situation. Our program offers you and your family important healthcare coverage and financial security. Some of the benefits we offer are paid for in full by Morrow. For others, it is a shared contribution between you and the Company. Other benefits are also available to you at reasonable group rates. Your benefits are an important part of your total compensation at Morrow.


HEALTH CARE COVERAGE - We offer a platinum level comprehensive benefits package for eligible U.S. employees and dependents.

· Medical Plans – Choice of PPO Medical Plan and HSA Medical Plan (Wellness and Standard)

· Dental PPO Plan

· Prescription Drugs – Retail Pharmacy, Mail Order and Specialty Pharmacy


FINANCE & SAVINGS - We offer a 401(K) plan with company match, flexible spending accounts, life and disability coverage and more.

· 401(K) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions

· Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care FSA, Limited Purpose Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA

· Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage

· Employer Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance Coverage

· Short-Term Disability – 50/50 Employee/Employer Split


WORK/LIFE BALANCE - We offer generous paid holidays, vacation and PTO to help employees balance life at work and at home.

· Paid Holidays and Employee’s Birthday

· Paid Vacation

· Paid PTO (Personal Time Off and Sick Leave)

· Free Confidential Counseling through the Employee Assistance Program

Requirements:

TECHNICAL SKILLS/LICENSES REQUIRED:

  • Ability to operate all yard and shop equipment.
  • Requirement to maintain a Rigging and Signal Person certification (such as NCCCO or equivalent acceptable to Morrow)
  • Maintain a current CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Maintain a valid State driver’s license and be insurable by the company’s carrier.

In addition to the requirements above, you;

  • May be required to have a Forklift operator’s license.
  • May be required to maintain a Crane Operator Qualification.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Average hours per week: Normal work schedule.

Shift: As needed, this position occasionally requires you to work overtime in the shop or in the field, including some travel

  • Tools or equipment used for this position and frequency of use: Various
  • Percentage of time during normal workday the employee is required to:

Sit – 20% Stand – 80% Walk – 80% Lift – 20%

Squat – 5% Bend – 20% Twist – 15% Crawl – 0%

Kneel – 20% Drive – 40% Climb – 20% Reach over Shoulders-15%

**All of these are required in various percentages that differ according to the project assigned.

  • Weight required to be lifted each normal workday: (Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, Continuously 67-100%)

Occasional Frequently Continuously

0-10 lbs. X

10-20 lbs. X

20-35 lbs. X

35-50 lbs. X

Employees should not lift loads in excess of 50 lbs. without first seeking assistance or making use of mechanical aids.

  • Repetitive use of hands:

Weight Frequency

Simple Grasping Normal 0-15 lbs. Occasionally

Pushing/Pulling Normal 0-15 lbs. Occasionally

  • Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine controls: Not Required.
  • Sensory Requirements (speech, vision, smell, touch, hearing): All are required.
  • Environmental factors of each normal workday:
  • Time spent: Inside – 0-2, Outside – 6-8+ hours
  • Temperature: Various
  • Humidity: Various
  • Atmosphere: Fumes, Odors, Dust, Gas
  • Hazards: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Heights
  • Protective clothing/equipment that may be required include MEC issued uniform, work shoes or boots with slip and puncture resistant soles, hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, rubber electrical gloves, lanyard, harness and fall protection.

These examples are not meant to be all-inclusive and management reserves the right to modify tasks within this job description to meet the needs of the Company.


Employees are expected to maintain a clean, safe and orderly workspace, assist co-workers whenever possible and work overtime when necessary. All Morrow employees are required to constantly work in a safe manner and comply with all Morrow safety policies.


As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.