Fleet Technician

Cashman Equipment Co.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Southwest is seeking seasoned shop and field technicians to join our family-owned team. You will troubleshoot, repair, recondition, and service Empire's medium and heavy‑duty fleet including service trucks, heavy haul trucks, and cranes in a shop setting, using electronic tools, schematics and OEM diagnostics.

Required are at least six months of related experience, English proficiency, a valid driver’s license and your own tools; strong preference for five years in heavy equipment

Qualifications

• At least six months related experience in a similar role.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.
• Keep safety as a priority in the work environment.
• Ability to complete a skills assessment (eTRAIN test).
• Valid driver’s license and own/tools.
• Strongly preferred: 5+ years in heavy equipment dealership environments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
• Prepare service reports and manage repair costs.
• Maintain and keep company equipment in good order.
• Follow safety policies and company standards.
• Travel to remote locations as needed.

Skills

English communication

Safety awareness

Tools handling

Troubleshooting

Customer relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cummins px9

ISX15

6.7 Power Stroke

Duramax engines

IDS FDRS

Cummins Insite

OEM diagnostic equipment

Job description

Posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Empire technicians are the lifeline to our clients - trained professionals who work on machinery and equipment produced by Caterpillar, one of the leading large-scale mobile machinery manufacturers in the world.

We are seeking seasoned shop and field technicians/mechanics with experience in similar heavy equipment dealerships to join our third-generation, family-owned organization. We have 100+ job openings throughout our 30+ locations in Arizona, Nevada, and parts of Eastern California.

EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• At least six months of related experience in a similar role and environment.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.
• Keep safety as a priority in the work environment.
• Ability to successfully complete a skills assessment. (eTRAIN test)
• Valid driver’s license.
• Own and maintain required personal tools.

Strongly Preferred:

• At least five years heavy equipment technician experience, preferably in a dealership environment.

If offered employment, the specific rate of pay and position grade will be determined based on applicable differentials and the candidate’s level of experience and skill.

JOB DETAILS:

Shift

1st/Day Shift

Location

In Shop

Schedule

Work schedule to be provided by leader.

Salary Range

$23.20 - $43.16 Per Hour

JOB SUMMARY

Troubleshoot, repair, recondition, and service Empire's medium and heavy-duty fleet. This includes medium and heavy-duty service trucks, heavy haul trucks, freight trucks and lube trucks. You will be performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing truck systems, electrical, powertrain, drive train, hydraulic, body systems, cranes and compressors in a shop environment. You must be able to identify and evaluate root cause failures using electronic tools, schematics and other troubleshooting methods. Experience with Cummins px9, isx15, and 6.7 power stroke is preferred. Experience with Duramax engines is recommended as well as operating OEM diagnostic equipment such as IDS FDRS, and Cummins Insite.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
• Maintain good client relations and support for corporate marketing objectives.
• Repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
• Prepare service reports.
• Plan and control cost of repair jobs.
• Maintain company equipment – keep in good clean orderly condition.
• Work safely at all times. Adhere to all applicable safety policies. Comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own and maintain required personal tools.
• Learn and use Empire, Caterpillar and allied product procedures and systems.
• Maintain current MSHA card if work area requires.
• Provide on-the-job training to technicians and helpers as assigned.
• Make warranty recommendations.
• Communicate with proper individuals to clarify instructions or discuss scope or progress of job.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Travel to remote locations as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Work within and promote corporate values.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Communicate verbally and in writing, information, instructions, and explanations to associates, clients and management regarding vehicle/component/equipment conditions, problems, recommendations, and repair processes.
• Basic computer and internet knowledge required, as well as knowledge in operating scanning/diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge and skills to operate and understand diagnostic equipment including computerized instrumentation.
• Appropriate manner, conduct, and grooming adhere to company policy.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of CAT machine components and systems.
• Must have acceptable attendance to meet all company standards and requirements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Minimum of 6 months related experience.
• Completion of eTRAIN test evaluation.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, talk, or hear, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms climb or balance, and stoop or kneel.
• The employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision.
• May be required to operate a forklift with appropriate certification(s).
• This position is designated as a "Safety-Sensitive Position".A Safety-Sensitive Position includes tasks or duties that EMPIRE in good faith believes could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions.
• The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The roles and objectives of this job do not include setting corporate policy and does not constitute a managing agent of the company.

Empire Southwest is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here:

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Empire is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call us at 702-633-4545 or email us [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Empire Southwest is an EEO employer.

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