Heavy Equipment Field Technician

Ditch Witch West; Foster (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Robust benefits

Paid holidays

Training & advancement

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Ditch Witch West in Tukwilla, WA is seeking a Heavy Equipment Field Technician to repair and diagnose heavy construction equipment at customer sites. This role involves traveling to client locations and maintaining equipment to maximize uptime.

You will work with own tools, require a valid driver license (CDL preferred), and travel up to 75% of the time. The compensation ranges from $33-50 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years diagnosing and repairing heavy construction equipment.
• 2 years electrical and hydraulic diagnostic and repair preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation and ability to work with little supervision.
• Excellent communication and customer relation skills.
• Driver’s license with good driving record; CDL preferred.
• Must provide own tools.
• Willingness to travel 75%+ of the time.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and diagnose heavy equipment at customer sites to maximize uptime.
• Travel area in service vehicle and perform high‑quality repairs.
• Interact with customers and ensure work is done right the first time.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Electrical diagnostics

Hydraulic diagnostics

Basic computer skills

Independent work

Customer communication

Driver's license

CDL preferred

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Description

DITCH WITCH WEST- TUKWILLA, WA

HEAVY EQUIPMENT FIELD TECHNICIAN:

Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow your skills as a mechanic? Are you looking for not just another job, but a career? Ditch Witch West, the premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking Field Technician to join their team.

At Ditch Witch West, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest deeply in your development with best-in-class training, cutting-edge resources, and dedicated support. You’ll gain the tools and guidance you need to sharpen your expertise, expand your network, and maximize your earning potential.

In return, we offer a highly competitive compensation package, robust benefits for you and your family, and a healthy work‑life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As a Field Technician, you will work on heavy trucks, heavy trenching, directional drills, and other heavy equipment at customer locations to ensure that their equipment is running in peak form and maximizing uptime. Every day, picture yourself traveling the area in a fully loaded Pape’ service vehicle, performing top‑notch work on equipment, interacting with customers, and knowing that they can count on you to get the job done right.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 3 or more years of experience diagnosing and repairing heavy construction equipment.
• 2 years electrical and hydraulic diagnostic and repair preferred
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation and
• Ability to work under little or no supervision.
• Excellent communication and customer relation skills.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record. CDL preferred.
• Must provide own tools.
• Must be willing to travel 75% or more of the time.

Compensation: $33-50/hr (Depending on Experience)

Why work for Pape’:

• Competitive pay based on your skills, training, and experience level.
• Outstanding benefits including –401(k) & Roth 401(k) Retirement Plans with Company Match; Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans); Life Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Online and Instructor-Led Training; Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs.
• Progressive Vacation Plans, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays – Members receive 80 hours of vacation (First year is prorated for new hires based on start date), 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked, and 7 paid holidays each year. Pape’ vacation plans also have tiers based on your seniority, so as your seniority grows, your vacation time off does as well.
• Advancement– Pape’ is a dynamic, growth‑oriented organization with a focus on promoting from within.
• Stability and reputation— Pape’ is a family‑owned, fourth‑generation company with over 160 locations, over 4,000 members and 85 plus years of experience. Pape’ is known for their stability, honesty and integrity.
• Equipment– Pape’ has the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unrivaled parts inventory!
• Employee impact– Enjoy an open‑door policy where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
• Training– You will be provided with training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills.

The Pape’ Group maintains a drug‑free workplace and as such, requires candidates to successfully pass a pre‑employment drug test.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver License

Preferred

Commercial Driver License

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