Diesel Engine Heavy Equipment Technician

GovFirst; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GovFirst is seeking a hands-on Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Diesel Engines)/Equipment Repair Technician to support transportation infrastructure projects in Southeast Virginia (Hampton, Suffolk, Norfolk). Lead diagnostics and repairs on diesel and gasoline equipment, coordinate with vendors for major work, and perform welding/fabrication as needed.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED with technical training preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a shop or mechanical repair environment.
• Knowledge of automotive, diesel, construction, or heavy equipment repair.
• Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing diesel/gasoline equipment.
• Ability to safely operate trucks, maintenance equipment, hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Ability to read repair manuals, gauges, schematics, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with supervisors and team.
• Physically demanding work in shop/outdoor environments.
• Basic computer skills for work orders and reports.
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Electronic diagnostic/testing equipment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel trucks and equipment using diagnostic tools and manuals.
• Perform repairs on engines, transmissions, brakes, hydraulics, electrical, HVAC, fuel, and suspension systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections of fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Inspect vehicles to identify issues and recommend repairs.
• Coordinate with outside vendors for major repairs when needed.
• Weld, fabricate, and modify components to repair equipment parts.
• Complete work orders and repair documentation accurately.
• Support emergencies by maintaining equipment during storms and events.
• Perform on-the-road service calls and emergency repairs when required.
• Assist fuel site operations including deliveries and inventory control.
• Operate service vehicles and shop equipment safely and maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Shop environment

Automotive diesel repair

Diesel and gasoline repair

Operate trucks and shop tools

Read manuals & schematics

Mechanical aptitude

Independent with teamwork

Physically capable

Basic computer skills

Welding and fabrication

Electronic diagnostic tools experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/technical automotive or diesel training

Hands-on equivalent experience considered

Tools

Electronic diagnostic tools

Job description

GovFirst is seeking a hands-on Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Diesel Engines)/Equipment Repair Technician to support transportation infrastructure projects in Southeast Virginia (Hampton, Suffolk, Norfolk). Lead diagnostics and repairs on diesel and gasoline equipment, coordinate with vendors for major work, and perform welding/fabrication as needed.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED with technical training preferred.