Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Trillium Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

Direct hire placement

Job summary

Trillium Staffing is looking for a Heavy Equipment Field Technician in Houston, Texas. This direct-hire opportunity offers a competitive wage of $32-38/hour based on experience.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of maintenance experience and expertise in heavy equipment repair. Responsibilities include maintaining large-scale machinery and adhering to strict safety standards. Enjoy excellent benefits and the chance for professional growth with Trillium Staffing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance and repair experience, with 2+ years focused on heavy equipment.
• Extensive expertise in hydraulic systems and electrical diagnostics.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and remain mobile throughout a full shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex repairs and routine servicing on heavy industrial equipment.
• Utilize knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems to troubleshoot issues.
• Adhere to safety protocols and ensure a zero-accident work environment.
• Complete daily site activities and maintain detailed maintenance records.

Skills

Hydraulic systems expertise

Electrical diagnostics

Maintenance and repair

Record-keeping skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Trillium Staffing is now seeking a Heavy Equipment Field Technician / Mechanic in Houston, Texas for a direct-hire opportunity!

We are seeking a highly skilled Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician for a premier provider of industrial equipment solutions. This is a Direct Hire opportunity for a technician who excels in the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of large-scale mechanical assets and customer equipment. Schedule is 1st shift, Monday-Friday. The pay rate is $32-38/hour, depending on experience.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing preventative maintenance programs and ensuring the operational readiness of specialized machinery within a high-volume logistics and terminal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repair: Perform complex repairs and routine servicing on a variety of company-owned and customer-facing heavy industrial equipment.
• System Diagnostics: Utilize extensive knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to all safety protocols and department policies to ensure a zero-accident work environment.
• Field Operations: Complete daily site activities, including work orders, timekeeping, and detailed maintenance record-keeping.
• Parts Coordination: Collaborate with Purchasing and Parts departments to identify and source necessary components for equipment uptime.
• Logistics: Monitor and maintain inventory of company-owned assets, tools, and specialized equipment.

Working Conditions

• Outdoor Environment: Ability to work comfortably in various weather elements (heat, cold, rain, etc.) within a large-scale industrial yard.
• Height Requirements: Must be comfortable working at heights of up to 80 feet using man baskets or aerial lifts.
• Availability: Must be willing to work overtime as assigned and participate in a standard On-Call rotation to support customer needs.

What We Offer

• Direct Hire Placement: Stability with a leading national organization.
• Top-Tier Benefits: An industry-leading benefits package with exceptionally low employee premiums.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to work on diverse, high-value industrial machinery.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of maintenance and repair experience, specifically with 2+ years focused on heavy equipment (e.g., steel mill machinery, large-scale hydraulics, or similar “yellow iron”).
• Technical Proficiency: Extensive expertise in hydraulic systems, electrical diagnostics, and various OEM platforms.
• Physical Ability: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and remain mobile throughout a full shift.
• Administrative Skills: Intermediate computer skills and a high level of detail in record-keeping and maintenance documentation.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years.

Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.