Heavy Equipment Field Technician / Mechanic

Ditch Witch West; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Ditch Witch West - Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Heavy Equipment Field Technician / Mechanic to service heavy trenching and construction equipment at customer sites.

Join a team that offers robust training, competitive benefits, and a strong work‑life balance as you travel the region in a fully equipped service vehicle to keep equipment running at peak performance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience diagnosing and repairing heavy construction equipment; including at least one year of field work.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation and ability to work under little supervision.
• Excellent communication, customer relations and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on heavy trenching and construction equipment at customer sites to maximize uptime.
• Travel in a fully equipped service vehicle to perform high-quality repairs.
• Provide clear updates and build strong customer relationships.

Skills

Field service

Customer interaction

Basic computer knowledge

Tools

Own tools

Job description

DITCH WITCH WEST - PHOENIX, AZ

Heavy Equipment Field Technician / Mechanic

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/Mechanics to join their team in Phoenix, AZ.

We invest in your growth. From robust training programs to continuous support, we equip our team members with the tools to succeed. In return for your hard work, we offer competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a strong work-life balance—all designed to support you and your family.

Make a difference. Grow your career. Join the Pape’ Team!

What You’ll Do

As a Field Technician / Mechanic, you will work on heavy trenching and construction 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; including at least one year of field work.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-motivation and
• Ability to work under little or no supervision.
• Excellent communication, customer relations and teamwork skills.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record. CDL preferred.
• Must provide own tools.

Compensation: $30-50/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), 40 hours of Sick Leave, 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 unparalleled 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.

Licenses & Certifications Required

• Driver License

Preferred

• Commercial Driver License

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