Construction Machinery Maintenance Technician — Job Description
Job Summary
Maintain, inspect, diagnose, and repair construction machinery and equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation with minimal downtime.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled servicing and preventive maintenance on construction machinery to extend equipment lifespan and reduce breakdowns
- Inspect machinery to diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine faults accurately
- Repair or replace defective components including engines, transmissions, brakes, pumps, hoses, and undercarriage parts to restore equipment functionality
- Operate on various equipment such as excavators, loaders, bulldozers, graders, cranes, dump trucks, and generators to maintain diverse machinery
- Utilize diagnostic tools, technical manuals, and service records to identify and resolve faults efficiently
- Conduct pre-start and post-repair checks and test machinery to verify safe and effective operation before returning to service
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, parts usage, and maintenance schedules for compliance and tracking
- Report major faults, safety concerns, and parts requirements promptly to supervisors for timely action
- Keep tools, workshop areas, and service vehicles clean and organized to support a safe and efficient work environment
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and safe lifting practices, to ensure personal and team safety
- Coordinate with equipment operators and site teams to schedule inspections and repairs minimizing operational disruptions
- Support emergency breakdown repairs at worksites to restore equipment quickly and reduce downtime