Field Service Technician - Heavy Diesel

Rentco Transport Equipment Rentals; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Company service vehicle

Overtime opportunities

Tool allowance

Joining bonus up to $4,000

Annual incentive program

Job summary

Rentco Transport is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician - Heavy Diesel in the Port Botany area, on a Monday to Friday roster. You will perform servicing, diagnostics and repairs on trucks, trailers and related equipment at customer sites and in the workshop, ensuring safety and operational readiness.

This role requires a trade qualification, strong fault-finding skills, ability to work independently, and excellent customer communication.

Qualifications

• Trade qualified Heavy Vehicle or Diesel Mechanic (Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent).
• Experience maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles, trailers and associated equipment.
• Strong diagnostic, fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage field service activities with minimal supervision.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Must have unrestricted driver's licence and HR licence.
• Experience working with hydraulic systems, electrical systems and diagnostic software.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while delivering outcomes independently in the field.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to responding to operational and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on trucks, trailers and associated equipment.
• Attend customer sites to undertake inspections, diagnostics, servicing and repairs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
• Carry out engine, brake, suspension, drivetrain and general repair work as required.
• Respond to breakdowns and roadside service requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Complete all work in accordance with manufacturer specifications, company standards and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate service records, repair documentation and job reports.
• Build positive working relationships with customers by delivering excellent onsite service and technical support.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Fault-finding

Problem solving

Independent work

Customer communication

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent

Job description

Rentco Transport is an Australian leading provider of commercial vehicle and equipment rental solutions, supporting customers across transport, logistics, infrastructure, construction, mining and industrial operations. With more than 30 years of industry experience, a national footprint and a large, well-maintained fleet, Rentco is built around reliability, practical support and keeping Australian businesses moving.

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Field Service Technician - Heavy Diesel to join our team. This position is based in the Port Botany area and operates on a Monday to Friday roster. You will spend a significant portion of your time attending customer sites and responding to field service requirements across the Port Botany area.

About the Role

As a qualified and experienced Field Service Technician, you will provide high-quality maintenance, diagnostics, repairs and breakdown support across Rentco's fleet and customer equipment. Working independently in the field and collaboratively with the broader maintenance team, you will deliver responsive and professional service to customers while ensuring vehicles and equipment remain safe, compliant and operational.

This role offers variety, autonomy and the opportunity to work across a diverse range of heavy vehicles and equipment in both workshop and field environments.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on trucks, trailers and associated equipment.

• Attend customer sites to undertake inspections, diagnostics, servicing and repairs.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.

• Carry out engine, brake, suspension, drivetrain and general repair work as required.

• Respond to breakdowns and roadside service requests in a timely and professional manner.

• Complete all work in accordance with manufacturer specifications, company standards and safety requirements.

• Maintain accurate service records, repair documentation and job reports.

• Build positive working relationships with customers by delivering excellent onsite service and technical support.

About You

• Trade qualified Heavy Vehicle or Diesel Mechanic (Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent).

• Demonstrated experience maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles, trailers and associated equipment.

• Strong diagnostic, fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage field service activities with minimal supervision.

• Strong customer service and communication skills.

• Must have unrestricted driver's licence and HR licence.

• Experience working with hydraulic systems, electrical systems and diagnostic software.

• A strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship and attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while delivering outcomes independently in the field.

• Flexible and adaptable approach to responding to operational and customer requirements.

Why Join Rentco?

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience.

• Company service vehicle provided for field service duties.

• Overtime opportunities available.

• Tool allowance.

• Joining Bonus paid in 3 instalments (up to $4,000)

• Annual incentive program