Field Technician: Heavy Equipment Pro in Odessa

Leavitt Industrial Group; Odessa (TX); Hybrid; USD 117,482,000 - 137,540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

401K matching

Employee assistance program

Training & development

Job summary

Leavitt Industrial Group is seeking a Field Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic) to join Lonestar Forklift’s Service team in Odessa, Texas. This onsite role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining material handling equipment for a diverse customer base, reporting to the Service Manager.

You will communicate effectively with customers and the Parts department, manage parts and paperwork, and uphold safety standards while traveling to sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy equipment or automotive repair experience.
• Experience with hydraulics and diagnosing/servicing electric engines is a strong asset.
• Trade Certification is an asset.
• Previous aerial platform and lift truck experience is an asset.
• Strong communication with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
• High school diploma and valid driver’s license; ability to travel to customer sites in the region.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and perform routine maintenance and safety inspections on material handling equipment and machinery.
• Maintain communication with the Service Dispatcher about ongoing jobs and complete tasks timely.
• Discuss service details with customers and confirm scope and repair requirements.
• Coordinate with Parts to order parts and prepare them before visits.
• Keep proper documentation such as work orders and warranty paperwork.
• Report safety incidents promptly and follow safety policies.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Hydraulics

Electrical engine diagnostics

Strong communication

Problem solving

Work ethic

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Trade Certification (asset)

Job description

Leavitt Industrial Group is seeking a Field Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic) to join Lonestar Forklift’s Service team in Odessa, Texas. This onsite role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining material handling equipment for a diverse customer base, reporting to the Service Manager.

You will communicate effectively with customers and the Parts department, manage parts and paperwork, and uphold safety standards while traveling to sites as needed.