Experienced Diesel Technician (Heavy Equipment)

Job Description

Our client is growing and looking for a Diesel Technician to service and maintain a mixed fleet of heavy construction equipment used across active job sites and yard operations. This role supports uptime for critical machinery such as excavators, dozers, scrapers, cranes, haul trucks, and support vehicles.

Equipment You’ll Work On

Excavators : Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo, Hitachi

Dozers : John Deere, CAT, Case

Wheel Loaders & Skid Steers : Bobcat, CAT, Deere

Articulated & Off-Road Trucks : Volvo, CAT, Terex

Cranes & Boom Trucks : Grove, Manitowoc, Tadano

Graders, Rollers & Compactors : Hamm, Sakai, Deere

Support Fleet : Service trucks, diesel pickups, trailers, generators, compressors

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components

Perform field service calls and shop-based repairs on heavy machinery

Conduct preventative maintenance, fluid checks, and component replacements

Use diagnostic tools / software (CAT ET, Cummins Insite, John Deere Service Advisor, etc.)

Maintain service logs and communicate equipment status with supervisors

Troubleshoot issues involving hydraulics, DEF systems, emissions, and drivetrains

Follow safety procedures and environmental regulations on and off the jobsite

Required Experience & Qualifications

3+ years of diesel technician or heavy equipment mechanic experience

Strong hydraulic, electrical, and engine diagnostics knowledge

Ability to service multiple brands and machine types

Experience in construction, civil, or heavy industrial environments preferred

CDL or ability to obtain is a plus

Basic welding or fabrication experience is a bonus

Keywords

Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Technician, CAT, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo, Dozer Mechanic, Excavator Repair, Field Service Technician, Construction Fleet Maintenance

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