Field Technician (Heavy Equipment)

Leavitt Industrial Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-matched 401K contributions

Comprehensive medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Telehealth plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Professional development

Boot and tool allowance

Job summary

Leavitt Machinery USA is seeking a Field Technician to join our Service team in Portland, Oregon. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a range of material handling equipment while communicating clearly with customers and the Service Dispatcher.

You will coordinate with the Parts department to ensure parts are available for job sites, document work and warranty details, and uphold safety policies. A valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally are required.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of heavy equipment or material handling equipment experience required.
• Aerial platform and lift truck repair experience preferred.
• Trade Certification is a strong asset.
• Experience with hydraulics and diagnosing/servicing electric engines is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with customers and internal teams.
• Good problem-solving and quick learning of mechanical concepts.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• High school diploma required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer sites in the region.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and perform routine maintenance and safety inspections on material handling equipment.
• Communicate with Service Dispatcher about ongoing jobs and timely task completion.
• Discuss service job details with customers to clarify repair requirements.
• Coordinate with Parts department to order parts and prepare them before site visits.
• Maintain necessary documentation such as work orders and warranty paperwork.
• Report safety incidents promptly and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Aerial platform repair

Trade Certification

Hydraulics

Electric engines

Communication skills

Problem solving

Work ethic

High school diploma

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Tools

Parts coordination

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Leavitt Machinery is one of the fastest growing material handling equipment dealerships in North America. With an entrepreneurial spirit, mission-driven approach, and customer-focused mindset, Leavitt has achieved consistent growth over the past 25 years. With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and flexible work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work. Leavitt Machinery is an integral entity of Leavitt Industrial Group.

The Opportunity

Leavitt Machineryis looking for a mechanically skilled Field Technician (Heavy Equipment) to join our Service team in Portland, Oregon. Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned to a variety of machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.

As a Field Technician your key responsibilities will include:

• Diagnosing, repairing, and completing routine maintenance and safety inspections on a variety of material handling equipment and machinery
• Maintaining effective and consistent communication with the Service Dispatcher regarding ongoing Service jobs, and completing assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Discussing Service job details with customers and communicating a clear understanding of the job scope and repair requirements
• Communicating with the Parts department via phone and email to ensure required parts are ordered, and preparing required parts before visiting job sites
• Maintaining proper documentation where needed, including work order forms and warranty paperwork
• Reporting any safety incidents promptly and adhering to all safety policies

Required Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:

• 2-3 years of heavy equipment or material handling equipment experience required
• Previous aerial platform and lift truck repair experience strongly preferred
• Relevant Trade Certification a strong asset
• Experience with hydraulics and diagnosing/servicing electric engines a strong asset
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to partner effectively with external customers and internal stakeholders
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strong aptitude for learning and applying mechanical and technical concepts
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• High school diploma
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer sites in the region is required

Leavitt Machinery USA is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees:

• Company-matched 401K contributions
• Comprehensive and competitive medical health care plan
• Medical benefits and extended health service coverage
• Dental plan and vision plan
• Telehealth plan with MDLive
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Boot and tool allowance

The base pay range for this role is: $35.00 to $43.25 per hour depending on experience.

This is an onsite role based in Portland, Oregon.

Leavitt Machinery would like to thank all applicants for their interest, however; only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.