Heavy Equipment Diagnostics Technician (Diesel & Hydraulics)

National Equipment Dealers, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match up to 60%

Tuition assistance

Boot allowance

Prescription safety glasses

Added value repair incentive

Technician Salary Path

Job summary

National Equipment Dealers is seeking a skilled heavy equipment technician in Columbia, SC. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing off-road construction equipment, performing start‑ups, and maintaining diesel engines and hydraulic systems to high standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years' field experience, preferably Cummins certified. Benefits include a 401K match, tuition assistance, boot allowance, safety glasses program, and a repair incentive path.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in heavy equipment.
• Proficiency in diagnostics and repair of hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and diesel systems.
• Cummins certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose fault codes and perform repairs as required.
• Perform start-ups and test electrical systems from low to high voltage.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on diesel engines and hydraulic systems.
• Keep detailed records of work performed for asset management and work orders.
• Record and track time worked; take photos/videos of the repair process.
• Assist service manager with additional duties as needed.

Skills

Diagnostics software

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Pneumatic

Diesel engines

Education

Cummins Certification preferred

Job description

National Equipment Dealers is seeking a skilled heavy equipment technician in Columbia, SC. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing off-road construction equipment, performing start‑ups, and maintaining diesel engines and hydraulic systems to high standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years' field experience, preferably Cummins certified. Benefits include a 401K match, tuition assistance, boot allowance, safety glasses program, and a repair incentive path.