Fleet Technician – Heavy Equipment Diagnostics

Salt Lake County; Midvale (UT); On-site; USD 64,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Holidays

Up to 24 vacation days

12 sick days

Personal day

Retirement options (pension/401(k))

County-paid health premium

Health Savings account

Long-Term Disability

Onsite medical clinic

Job summary

Salt Lake County seeks an experienced heavy equipment technician to perform maintenance and repairs on diverse fleets, including gas, diesel, CNG, and electric vehicles. You will diagnose mechanical and electrical problems, replace components, and ensure compliance with inspections and safety standards.

The role requires a two-year related experience, a complete set of tools, and the ability to obtain a Utah CDL and a DOT medical card.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of equivalent experience in a field closely related to these duties; up to one year of education may be substituted for experience.
• Must possess a complete set of tools at the time of hire.
• Must possess a valid CDL or obtain Class B CDL within 30 days of hire to operate SL County vehicles.
• Must hold a Utah CDL or higher and a UDOT Medical Card at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on light, medium, and heavy equipment including gas, diesel, CNG, and electric vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and identify required parts.
• Repair or overhaul engines, transmissions, fuel systems, brakes, and hydraulic components.
• Install and test in-vehicle equipment and GPS-enabled controls.
• Maintain records and comply with inspections and safety standards.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Engine/Transmission repair

Welding (MIG/TIG/Plasma)

Electrical systems

Read schematics/manuals

Tools

Welding equipment (MIG/TIG/Plasma)

Diagnostic laptop/Data-link software

Heavy equipment tools

Job description

Salt Lake County seeks an experienced heavy equipment technician to perform maintenance and repairs on diverse fleets, including gas, diesel, CNG, and electric vehicles. You will diagnose mechanical and electrical problems, replace components, and ensure compliance with inspections and safety standards.

The role requires a two-year related experience, a complete set of tools, and the ability to obtain a Utah CDL and a DOT medical card.