Fleet Diesel Technician & Heavy Equipment Fleet Mechanic

The Contractor Consultants; Bethel Park (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime pay

Sunday double-time pay

Annual performance bonuses

Employee referral bonuses

Paid CDL training

Uniforms & PPE

Laundry service

Job summary

Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.) seeks a skilled Fleet Diesel Technician & Heavy Equipment Fleet Mechanic in Bethel Park, PA to manage maintenance for pavement marking equipment and Class 8 trucks. You will perform diagnostics, mechanical overhauls, and preventative maintenance in a busy shop and field environment.

The role emphasizes diesel engine troubleshooting, hydraulic systems expertise, and adherence to DOT standards, with strong benefits and year-round work opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing diesel engines and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to isolate mechanical/electrical/hydraulic failures using OEM schematics.
• Valid Driver License with clean driving record.
• Stamina to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying weather conditions.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on diesel/gas engines and Class 8 trucks.
• Execute preventative maintenance per OEM guidelines using schematics and diagrams.
• Provide emergency roadside support and coordinate logistics when needed.
• Fabricate or repair components using welding and cutting techniques.
• Ensure DOT compliance and maintain detailed service records.
• Audit tools, calibrate equipment, and maintain shop readiness.

Skills

Diesel troubleshooting

Mechanical diagnostics

Mobility: valid license

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

OEM schematics

Electrical/hydraulic troubleshooting

Job description

Fleet Diesel Technician & Heavy Equipment Fleet Mechanic

Company Name: Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.)

Location: Bethel Park, PA (Greater Pittsburgh & Regional Infrastructure Operations)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday (10-Hour+ Workdays | 40-Hour+ Workweeks; Occasional Weekend Work with Double-Time Pay)

Industry: Pavement Marking Infrastructure, Federal & Government Construction, and Heavy Equipment Maintenance

Pay Scale: $70,000.00 to $100,000.00+ per year based on experience ($33.65 to $48.00+ hourly equivalent + Overtime Earnings)

Incentives: Weekly Pay Cycle, Overtime & Sunday Double-Time Rates, Annual Performance Bonuses, Employee Referral Bonuses, Paid CDL Training, Uniforms & Weekly Laundry Service Provided, Per Diem & Lodging for Out-of-Town Work, Simple IRA with 3% Match

The Opportunity

Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.) is seeking a skilled Fleet Diesel Technician & Heavy Equipment Fleet Mechanic to manage fleet readiness and machinery maintenance at our facility in Bethel Park, PA.

In this shop- and field-supported technical role, you will perform preventative maintenance, advanced electronic diagnostics, and mechanical overhauls across our specialized pavement marking equipment, Class 8 heavy-duty transport trucks, and light-duty support fleets. Serving high-profile municipal, state, and federal infrastructure projects, you will ensure our fleet operates safely, reliably, and in compliance with strict DOT standards. If you bring strong diesel engine troubleshooting capabilities, hydraulic systems fluency, and a desire for stable year-round work backed by comprehensive health coverage, paid CDL training, and Sunday double-time pay, PLP Co. provides the ideal platform to advance your mechanical career.

Key Responsibilities

• Fleet Diagnostics & Systems Repair: Perform routine maintenance, advanced diagnostics, and structural repairs across diesel/gas engines, Class 8 heavy transport trucks, and specialized pavement marking machinery.
• Preventative Maintenance Execution: Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance per OEM guidelines using electrical schematics, hydraulic flow diagrams, and pneumatic circuit layouts.
• Emergency Roadside Support: Provide tactical roadside repair assistance for field breakdowns, executing immediate site repairs or coordinating heavy towing logistics when required.
• Component Fabrication & Welding: Perform arc welding, wire-feed cutting, and torch fabrication to adapt, reinforce, or repair custom equipment brackets and structural components.
• DOT Compliance & Inspection Control: Perform official state and federal DOT safety inspections, maintain detailed shop service records, and enforce strict jobsite safety standards.
• Tool & Equipment Stewardship: Audit, maintain, and recalibrate shop diagnostic tools, lifts, hydraulic presses, and specialized fleet machinery to ensure maximum reliability.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Professional Diesel Background: Minimum 1 to 3+ years of hands-on experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing diesel engines, gas engines, and high-pressure hydraulic systems.
• Mechanical Diagnostic Aptitude: Proven ability to isolate complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic circuit failures using modern diagnostic tools and OEM schematics.
• Mobility Credentials: Valid Driver License with a clean, insurable driving record.
• Physical Capability: Stamina to lift up to 50 lbs continuously, navigate shop bays/unpaved yards, and perform physical repairs in varying weather conditions.
• Educational Foundation: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred

• Commercial Licensing: Active Commercial Driver License (CDL Class A or B) — PLP Co. provides fully paid, on-the-job CDL training.
• Trade Certifications: Active Pennsylvania State Inspection License, DOT Inspector Certification, or OSHA 10/30 card.
• Welding Skills: Practical experience with arc welding, MIG welding, and oxy-fuel torch cutting.

Compensation & Benefits

• Top-Tier Salary Potential: $70,000.00 to $100,000.00+ annual earnings backed by dependable weekly pay, consistent overtime, and double-time rates for Sunday shifts.
• Bonus Incentives: Annual performance bonus structures and employee referral incentives.
• Retirement & Future Wealth: Simple IRA retirement plan with a 3% direct employer match.
• Health & Uniform Care: Fully covered healthcare (medical and vision insurance after 90 days), company-provided safety gear (PPE), uniforms, and weekly laundry service.
• Work-Life Balance & Travel Support: Paid time off (PTO) for holidays, vacation, and sick leave, plus company-covered lodging and daily per diem for occasional overnight travel.
• Professional Growth: Paid on-the-job CDL training, OSHA safety certifications, and manufacturer-specific diagnostic training programs.

About PLP Company

Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.) is a trusted market leader in pavement marking infrastructure for municipal, state, and federal projects across Pennsylvania. Built on safety, quality, and operational velocity, we invest directly in our shop mechanics by providing modern diagnostic platforms, fully equipped repair facilities, and clear career growth tracks.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, technical trade skills, and verified fleet maintenance performance records.