Field Service Technician — Heavy Equipment Repair

Sunbelt Rentals; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Holidays and PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals is seeking a Service Technician in the United States. The role involves servicing equipment, diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues, and maintaining safety standards on and off the shop floor.

A technical degree is preferred, with extensive experience in heavy/diesel equipment and aerial lifts such as JLG or Genie. The position demands strong troubleshooting skills, independence, and a solid safety mindset, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for training

Qualifications

• Technical degree preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience with heavy equipment/diesel equipment and industrial lift repairs.
• Previous aerial lift repair experience required (JLG, Genie, etc).
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving history.
• Excellent trouble‑shooting skills.
• Ability to work independently while being flexible regarding work assignments.
• Must possess a high degree of safety-awareness.
• Strong working knowledge of equipment design and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Service equipment as required and avoid unnecessary down-time; ensure proper working condition of equipment when leaving the shop.
• Dismantles, reassembles and rebuilds equipment as needed.
• Diagnoses and repairs standard mechanical equipment problems.
• Fabricate parts as needed.
• Performs regular and service level safety inspections on equipment.
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment (service truck or shop work station).
• Meet all company, governmental and equipment-specific safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Safety awareness

Equipment knowledge

Education

Technical degree preferred

Job description

Sunbelt Rentals is seeking a Service Technician in the United States. The role involves servicing equipment, diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues, and maintaining safety standards on and off the shop floor.

A technical degree is preferred, with extensive experience in heavy/diesel equipment and aerial lifts such as JLG or Genie. The position demands strong troubleshooting skills, independence, and a solid safety mindset, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for training