Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technician

Accelera; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technician to ensure the operational readiness of a diverse fleet and minimize downtime in demanding environments.

You will diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, perform preventive maintenance, and communicate findings with clear documentation on-site or in-shop. Safety and accuracy are essential, with collaboration as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining heavy equipment, construction machinery, or diesel-powered assets.
• Diagnosing and repairing hydraulic and electrical system malfunctions.
• Interpreting service manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Strong safety focus and meticulous mechanical work.
• Able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on heavy construction and industrial machinery.
• Troubleshoot diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical control systems to optimize performance.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and inspections to maximize fleet availability.
• Interpret technical schematics and service documentation to fix faults accurately.
• Maintain safe, organized workspaces and adhere to safety standards.
• Provide on-site repairs or shop-based overhauls for clients.
• Document maintenance activities and fleet status updates.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diagnostics and repairs

Reading schematics and wiring diagrams

Safety compliance

Independent and team work

Education

Technical/trade school certificate

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

As a Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the operational readiness of a diverse fleet of machinery. By leveraging your expertise in complex mechanical systems, you will minimize downtime and ensure that our equipment performs reliably in demanding environments.

About the Role

As a Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the operational readiness of a diverse fleet of machinery. By leveraging your expertise in complex mechanical systems, you will minimize downtime and ensure that our equipment performs reliably in demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive diagnostics and repairs on a wide range of heavy construction and industrial machinery.
• Optimize equipment performance by troubleshooting intricate diesel engines, hydraulic circuits, and electrical control systems.
• Drive fleet availability by performing proactive preventive maintenance and detailed equipment inspections.
• Interpret technical schematics and service documentation to resolve mechanical failures with precision.
• Maintain high standards of operational safety and workspace organization to ensure a secure environment.
• Deliver exceptional service by conducting on-site repairs for clients or performing high-quality shop-based overhauls.
• Document all maintenance activities and equipment status updates to ensure accurate fleet management records.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Proven experience maintaining heavy equipment, construction machinery, or diesel-powered industrial assets.
• Demonstrated proficiency in diagnosing and repairing hydraulic and electrical system malfunctions.
• Ability to accurately interpret complex service manuals, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics.
• Strong commitment to safety protocols and a detail-oriented approach to mechanical repairs.
• Capability to work effectively both as an independent technician and as a collaborative team member.

Preferred Skills

• Formal certification from a recognized technical or trade school program.
• Experience with advanced diagnostic software and electronic fleet management tools.
• Prior experience in a field service capacity providing direct technical support to customers.