Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Aerotek; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with up to 6% company match

Paid holidays

Two weeks PTO

Job summary

Aerotek in Orlando, FL is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to service a diverse fleet of aerial and construction equipment in a fast-paced shop. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain scissor lifts, boom lifts, telehandlers, excavators, and loaders, with emphasis on safety and rental-readiness.

The role requires 3+ years in heavy equipment or rental mechanics, strong diagnostic skills, hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a heavy equipment, construction equipment, or equipment rental mechanic.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Hydraulic repair and troubleshooting experience.
• Electrical diagnostic experience including wiring, controls, harnesses, batteries, and switches.
• Experience working on diesel and/or gas-powered construction equipment.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled service on rental equipment.
• Complete rental return and check-in inspections.
• Conduct safety and operational inspections on equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues involving batteries, wiring and wiring harnesses, controls and switches.
• Repair and maintain scissor lifts, boom lifts, telehandlers, excavators and loaders.
• Troubleshoot diesel, gas, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Test equipment following repairs to ensure proper and safe operation.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Diesel & gas engines

Tools

Diesel diagnostic software

Job description

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Location: Orlando, FL

Pay: $29-$35+/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM

Join a Growing Equipment Rental Team

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment & Aerial Equipment Mechanic to join our team. This position is ideal for technicians with experience in the equipment rental industry who enjoy working in a fast-paced shop environment and have strong experience with aerial lifts, construction equipment, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs.

Approximately 75% of the fleet consists of aerial equipment , including scissor lifts, boom lifts, and telehandlers. The remaining 25% includes compact construction equipment such as excavators and loaders.

If you take pride in diagnosing problems, performing quality repairs, and ensuring equipment is safe and rental-ready, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled service on rental equipment

• Complete rental return and check-in inspections

• Conduct safety and operational inspections on equipment

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair hydraulic systems

• Diagnose and repair electrical issues involving:

• Batteries

• Wiring and wiring harnesses

• Controls and switches

• Other electrical components

• Service and repair:

• Scissor lifts

• Boom lifts

• Telehandlers

• Repair and maintain excavators, loaders, and other compact earthmoving equipment

• Troubleshoot diesel, gas, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems

• Perform fluid changes, lubrication services, and routine PM work

• Test equipment following repairs to ensure proper and safe operation

• Accurately document maintenance and repair activities

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience as a heavy equipment, construction equipment, or equipment rental mechanic

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities

• Experience performing preventative maintenance and equipment inspections

• Hydraulic repair and troubleshooting experience

• Electrical diagnostic experience including wiring, controls, harnesses, batteries, and switches

• Experience working on diesel and/or gas-powered construction equipment

• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics

Preferred

• Equipment rental industry experience

• Hands-on experience with:

• Scissor lifts

• Boom lifts

• Telehandlers

• Excavator and loader repair experience

• Tier 4 diesel engine experience

• Knowledge of DPF, SCR, DEF, and EGR aftertreatment systems

• Experience using diesel diagnostic software and laptops

• Basic MIG or stick welding experience

• Drivetrain and transmission repair experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: $29-$35+/hour based on experience

• Overtime opportunities available

• Sign-on bonus of approximately $1,500-$3,000

• Quarterly branch performance bonuses

• Weekly pay

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with up to 6% company match after 90 days

• HSA company contributions

• Two weeks of PTO during the first year

• Sick and personal time

• Paid holidays

• Company-provided uniforms with cleaning service

• Work boot allowance

• Prescription safety glasses program

• Employee equipment rental discounts

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled mechanics who enjoy working on a diverse fleet of construction and aerial equipment. You'll be part of a stable organization offering competitive pay, strong benefits, bonus opportunities, and long-term career growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $38.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Orlando,FL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.