Entry-Level Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Texas First Rentals; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas First Rentals is seeking an entry-level Heavy Equipment Technician to perform basic inspections, diagnoses, and repairs on heavy equipment and related components. You will work as part of a team to deliver reliable mechanical services that meet customer needs and departmental goals.

Ideal candidates have up to two years of experience, are willing to learn, and can follow established procedures while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• One or more years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have/acquire basic mechanic hand and pneumatic tools (metric/standard).

Responsibilities

• Performs basic troubleshooting and diagnosing of equipment malfunctions and failures.
• Assists in the rebuilding, repairing, and maintaining of equipment and components.
• Learns how to plan equipment and component repairs.
• Learns how to complete parts orders and identify parts for return.
• Maintains all equipment and work areas – keeps in good, clean, and orderly condition.
• Completes all documents associated with repairs in a timely manner.
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; e.g., ProTech Technician Training Paths.
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment knowledge

Computer systems

Operations control

Tool selection

Forklift operation

Hand tools

Dexterity

Reading/Writing

Listening

Education

High school diploma

Experience preferred

Tools

Forklift

Pneumatic tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Texas First Rentals is seeking an entry-level Heavy Equipment Technician to perform basic inspections, diagnoses, and repairs on heavy equipment and related components. You will work as part of a team to deliver reliable mechanical services that meet customer needs and departmental goals.

Ideal candidates have up to two years of experience, are willing to learn, and can follow established procedures while maintaining safety and quality standards.