Diesel & Off-Road Equipment Technician: Entry Level

Hi-Way Paving, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth

Inclusive family-owned environment

Job summary

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. in Charlotte, North Carolina, seeks an Entry-Level Diesel, Trailer & Off-Road Equipment Technician to support our maintenance operations by assisting experienced mechanics and performing routine service tasks.

This role involves fueling, washing, greasing, and servicing diesel-powered trucks, trailers, and off-road equipment to keep them safe, reliable, and ready for demanding jobs. You will learn diesel and equipment maintenance, inspect for safety issues, and help complete

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Entry-level position: prior mechanical experience helpful but not required.
• Willingness to learn diesel, trailer, and off-road equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to use basic hand tools or learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist diesel, trailer, and off-road equipment mechanics with inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs
• Perform routine servicing, including fueling, washing, greasing, and lubricating trucks, trailers, and off-road equipment
• Conduct basic maintenance and repair tasks on trailers, including brakes, lights, tires, air lines, suspension, and hub lubrication
• Perform preventive maintenance on off-road equipment such as loaders, excavators, dozers, graders, and similar machinery
• Check and maintain fluid levels (engine oil, coolant, hydraulic fluid, transmission fluid, fuel)
• Inspect equipment and trailers for safety, operational, and DOT compliance issues and report deficiencies
• Perform oil changes, filter replacements, tire services, and basic adjustments
• Clean and maintain shop areas, tools, and service vehicles
• Safely operate equipment, service trucks, forklifts, and shop tools
• Identify mechanical or safety issues and communicate them to mechanics or supervisors
• Accurately complete service, fueling, and inspection documentation
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental guidelines

Skills

Hand tools

Learn quickly

Basic mechanical skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL preferred

Job description

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. in Charlotte, North Carolina, seeks an Entry-Level Diesel, Trailer & Off-Road Equipment Technician to support our maintenance operations by assisting experienced mechanics and performing routine service tasks.

This role involves fueling, washing, greasing, and servicing diesel-powered trucks, trailers, and off-road equipment to keep them safe, reliable, and ready for demanding jobs. You will learn diesel and equipment maintenance, inspect for safety issues, and help complete