Diesel Technician

MPW Industrial Services, Inc.; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Super Techs - TurnPoint in Pittsburgh is seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician with strong mechanical knowledge to repair and maintain industrial and fleet equipment. This role requires diagnosing and repairing diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and driveline systems, performing preventative maintenance, and keeping detailed service records.

You will work alongside a team to ensure safe shop operations, mentor junior mechanics, and travel to field locations as needed for onsite

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school education preferred; diesel or technical school training is a plus.
• Previous diesel shop, fleet maintenance, or heavy equipment repair experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment used in equipment maintenance and repair.
• Experience with engine systems, driveline systems, hydraulics, electrical systems, and preventative maintenance programs preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and perform repetitive bending, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and standing during 8–12 hour shifts.
• Ability to work in industrial shop and field environments exposed to noise, vibration, grease, weather conditions, and moving mechanical equipment while wearing required PPE.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, varying shifts, and temporary field assignments as operational needs require.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and post-trip inspections on fleet and industrial equipment.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, including complete engine overhauls and major component replacements.
• Complete differential, transmission, driveline, and suspension repairs on a variety of equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and specialty operating systems.
• Perform advanced electrical diagnostics and repairs on equipment and vehicle systems.
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection documentation, and repair reports.
• Support safe shop operations by following company safety procedures and proper equipment handling practices.
• Assist with maintaining parts inventory, tools, and shop organization.
• Travel temporarily to field locations as needed to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment onsite.
• Operate shop tools, diagnostic equipment, and lifting devices safely and effectively.
• Mentor and assist lower-level mechanics with troubleshooting, repair procedures, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Perform additional maintenance and repair duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Diesel engines

Electrical diagnostics

Driveline systems

Hydraulics

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Education

High school diploma / GED

Diesel/technical school training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

# Diesel TechnicianPittsburgh## Job DescriptionWe’re looking for a dependable **Maintenance Technician** with strong mechanical knowledge and hands-on experience repairing and maintaining industrial and fleet equipment. This role supports safe, reliable operations by performing advanced diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and major equipment repairs with minimal supervision while helping mentor junior technicians.**What You’ll Bring*** Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and repair diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and driveline systems efficiently.* Dependable work ethic and self-motivation to complete repairs safely, accurately, and with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.* Team-focused mindset with the ability to train and mentor lower-level mechanics while supporting overall shop productivity and safety.* Effective communication skills with the ability to document repairs, follow maintenance procedures, and interact professionally with coworkers and supervisors.**What You’ll Do*** Perform preventative maintenance inspections and post-trip inspections on fleet and industrial equipment.* Diagnose and repair diesel engines, including complete engine overhauls and major component replacements.* Complete differential, transmission, driveline, and suspension repairs on a variety of equipment.* Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and specialty operating systems.* Perform advanced electrical diagnostics and repairs on equipment and vehicle systems.* Maintain accurate service records, inspection documentation, and repair reports.* Support safe shop operations by following company safety procedures and proper equipment handling practices.* Assist with maintaining parts inventory, tools, and shop organization.* Travel temporarily to field locations as needed to inspect, maintain, and repair equipment onsite.* Operate shop tools, diagnostic equipment, and lifting devices safely and effectively.* Mentor and assist lower-level mechanics with troubleshooting, repair procedures, and preventative maintenance tasks.* Perform additional maintenance and repair duties as assigned by leadership.**What You’ll Need*** High school diploma, GED, or trade school education preferred; diesel or technical school training is a plus.* Previous diesel shop, fleet maintenance, or heavy equipment repair experience preferred.* Working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment used in equipment maintenance and repair.* Experience with engine systems, driveline systems, hydraulics, electrical systems, and preventative maintenance programs preferred.* Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and perform repetitive bending, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and standing during 8–12 hour shifts.* Ability to work in industrial shop and field environments exposed to noise, vibration, grease, weather conditions, and moving mechanical equipment while wearing required PPE.* Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, varying shifts, and temporary field assignments as operational needs require.