Technician - Heavy Vehicles

Rentco Transport Equipment Rentals; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rentco Transport Equipment Rentals is seeking an experienced Technician – Heavy Vehicles to join our workshop and field service team in Melbourne. You will diagnose faults, perform preventative maintenance and repairs on trucks, trailers and specialised fleet assets, including vacuum/jetting units, with a strong focus on safety and compliance.

The role involves on-site servicing, mentoring apprentices, maintaining tools and equipment, and supporting fleet reliability across our operations.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Heavy Vehicle, Diesel, Mechanical or related field.
• Relevant licences - confined space entry, working at heights and operating, testing and working with high pressure water jetting and vacuum equipment per AS 4233.1.
• Experience maintaining heavy vehicles, trailers and fleet equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems specific to Heavy vehicles and specialised equipment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and service documentation.
• Experience in welding and practical repair skills highly regarded.
• Exposure to vacuum, jetting or specialised equipment will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, servicing, repairs and diagnostics on heavy vehicles, trailers and specialised fleet equipment in accordance with manufacturer and company standards.
• Respond to on-site servicing requirements and emergency breakdowns using a fully equipped field service vehicle to minimise downtime and return assets to service safely and efficiently.
• Conduct fault finding across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems, identifying and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Complete specialised trailer repairs and component replacements, including king pin replacements and welding repairs where qualified and competent.
• Accurately complete service inspections, maintenance records, checklists and compliance documentation to support fleet reliability and regulatory requirements.
• Support workshop operations by assisting with maintenance activities, freight and equipment movements, and mentoring apprentices through knowledge sharing and technical guidance.
• Maintain accountability for company tools, service vehicles, parts and equipment, including reporting damage, assisting with inventory control and ensuring assets are professionally presented.
• Uphold the highest standards of safety, housekeeping, compliance and professional conduct while building positive relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues.

Skills

Diagnostics

Preventative maintenance

Field service

Welding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Safety compliance

Education

Trade qualification in Heavy Vehicle, Diesel, Mechanical

Tools

Vacuum/Jetting equipment

Job description

Join a team that keeps Australia's transport industry moving.

At Rentco, we take pride in delivering reliable fleet solutions and specialised equipment to our customers. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Technician – Heavy Vehicles to join our team, working across both our workshop and field service operations.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys diagnosing faults, solving problems, and maintaining heavy vehicle and specialised fleet equipment to the highest standard. You'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of assets including trucks, trailers, and Revive Super Warrior Vacuum/Jetting Combination Units, while also responding to breakdowns and completing on‑site servicing when required.

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance, servicing, repairs and diagnostics on heavy vehicles, trailers and specialised fleet equipment in accordance with manufacturer and company standards.

Respond to on‑site servicing requirements and emergency breakdowns using a fully equipped field service vehicle to minimise downtime and return assets to service safely and efficiently.

Conduct fault finding across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems, identifying and implementing effective corrective actions.

Complete specialised trailer repairs and component replacements, including king pin replacements and welding repairs where qualified and competent.

Accurately complete service inspections, maintenance records, checklists and compliance documentation to support fleet reliability and regulatory requirements.

Support workshop operations by assisting with maintenance activities, freight and equipment movements, and mentoring apprentices through knowledge sharing and technical guidance.

Maintain accountability for company tools, service vehicles, parts and equipment, including reporting damage, assisting with inventory control and ensuring assets are professionally presented.

Uphold the highest standards of safety, housekeeping, compliance and professional conduct while building positive relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues.

Experience & Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will ideally possess:

Trade qualification in Heavy Vehicle, Diesel, Mechanical or related field.

Relevant licences - confined space entry, working at heights and operating, testing and working with high pressure water jetting and vacuum equipment per AS 4233.1.

Experience maintaining heavy vehicles, trailers and fleet equipment.

Demonstrated experience in hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems specific to Heavy vehicles and specialised equipment.

Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and service documentation.

Experience in welding and practical repair skills highly regarded.

Exposure to vacuum, jetting or specialised equipment will be highly regarded.

Why Join Rentco?

Diverse and varied work across workshop and field service operations.

Fully equipped service vehicle for mobile works.

Opportunity to work on specialised equipment and advanced fleet assets.

Supportive team culture with ongoing development opportunities.

Stable, growing business with a strong reputation in the industry.

Safety-focused workplace where your contribution is valued.