Field Transmission Equipment Technician

Infravision; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Infravision is seeking a hands-on Equipment Mechanic — Transmission in Austin, TX to support inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of specialized field equipment used in drone-enabled stringing operations.

You will work across electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and diesel systems, in shops and on remote sites, with travel and on-call needs. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with field teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Certification or associate degree in Diesel Mechanics, Electrical/Mechanical Technology, Heavy Equipment Repair or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience maintaining and repairing heavy industrial equipment.
• Experience with conductor stringing equipment (TESMEC, Condux, PullzAll or similar) is strongly preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot up to 480V three‑phase electrical systems, controls and low‑voltage DC control circuits.
• Strong knowledge of open/closed‑loop hydraulic systems and component maintenance.
• Solid understanding of diesel engines, powertrains, braking systems, generators, and heavy‑duty mechanical systems.
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills in field conditions; ability to document repairs clearly.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL or ability to obtain CDL within 90 days preferred.
• Willingness to travel, extended hours, and support on‑call needs.
• Safety mindset and adherence to structured maintenance and documentation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair specialist utility stringing equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, diesel, and control system issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance on diesel engines, transmissions, braking, hydraulics, and 480V circuits.
• Record maintenance events and parts usage in digital systems.
• Support parts inventory and equipment readiness to minimize downtime.
• Communicate status and risks to field supervisors and vendors.
• Work in shop environments and outdoor field sites, including remote project locations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Field maintenance

Diagnostics

Safety compliance

Documentation

Communication

CDL preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

Diesel/Mechanical tech cert or assoc

Tools

Diagnostic tools

OEM schematics

Hydraulic testing tools

Diesel engine tools

Job description

Infravision is seeking a hands-on Equipment Mechanic — Transmission in Austin, TX to support inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of specialized field equipment used in drone-enabled stringing operations.

You will work across electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and diesel systems, in shops and on remote sites, with travel and on-call needs. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with field teams.