Field Technician: Machine Control & GPS on Heavy Equipment

DIRTPREP SOLUTIONS, INC.; California; On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dirt Prep Solutions is seeking a Field Machine Control / GPS Technician to install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Leica machine control and GPS systems on heavy construction equipment in Southern California. This hands-on role blends mechanical work, electrical troubleshooting, and customer service as you travel to job sites, train customers, and support operators with system operation.

Leica Geosystems experience is preferred but not required; willingness to learn and work independently

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working on or around heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot Leica Geosystems machine control and GPS technology.
• Install machine control components on dozers, excavators, graders, compactors, skid steers, and other heavy construction equipment.
• Route and connect wiring, cables, sensors, antennas, displays, receivers, brackets, and related system components.
• Perform system setup, testing, calibration, and final quality checks to confirm proper operation.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, software, connectivity, and GPS-related issues.
• Use multimeters and other diagnostic tools to test voltage, current, continuity, wiring, connectors, and electrical components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, installation diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical instructions.
• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, component replacements, and system updates.
• Troubleshoot issues involving sensors, wiring harnesses, displays, receivers, communication devices, and related hardware.
• Provide onsite technical support to equipment operators, field supervisors, project managers, and customer personnel.
• Train customers on the proper use, basic troubleshooting, and care of installed systems.
• Clearly explain technical issues and recommended solutions to customers with varying levels of technical experience.
• Document installations, service calls, repairs, equipment information, parts used, and outstanding customer needs.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate project status, scheduling issues, and technical concerns to management.
• Coordinate with Dirt Prep’s sales, data, technical support, and operations teams to resolve customer issues.
• Manage assigned tools, test equipment, replacement parts, cables, and installation materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked company vehicle.
• Pick up or deliver equipment, parts, and materials when needed.
• Build strong customer relationships by providing dependable, professional, and responsive service.
• Work independently with limited supervision while meeting scheduling, safety, and quality expectations.
• Follow all Dirt Prep, customer, job-site, and equipment safety procedures.
• Travel to customer locations throughout Southern California and occasionally to other areas within Dirt Prep’s service territory.
• Work occasional early mornings, extended days, overnight travel, or weekends based on customer and project needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Dirt Prep Solutions is seeking a Field Machine Control / GPS Technician to install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Leica machine control and GPS systems on heavy construction equipment in Southern California. This hands-on role blends mechanical work, electrical troubleshooting, and customer service as you travel to job sites, train customers, and support operators with system operation.

Leica Geosystems experience is preferred but not required; willingness to learn and work independently