Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Super Products; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Super Products in Santa Fe Springs, CA is looking for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to service and repair truck-mounted vacuum equipment. The position involves troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, performing inspections, and conducting repairs to ensure equipment meets standards.

Qualified candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and at least three years of experience, particularly in diagnosing electrical and hydraulic systems. A basic set of hand tools is required, while specialized tools are provided by the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years, verifiable experience as a mechanic.
• Experience with electrical and hydraulic diagnosis required.
• Solid understanding of truck-mounted vacuum equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Perform scheduled PM inspections of equipment.
• Conduct repairs to return rental equipment to 'Ready to Rent' status.

Skills

Mechanical system knowledge

Hydraulic system knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to read schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Super Products is currently accepting applications to fill the position of Heavy Equipment Mechanic at its facility in Santa Fe Springs, CA. The Mechanic will perform service and repairs on truck-mounted vacuum equipment, including troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Service Manager, a Mechanic will perform service and repair procedures on truck-mounted vacuum equipment both in the shop and in the field. This position requires occasional travel for field service and repair calls and attendance at required training. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing equipment, with electrical and hydraulic diagnostic experience preferred. Chassis work is limited to routine preventive maintenance (PM) inspections and fuel, fluid, and lubrication requirements.

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Effectively read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Perform all scheduled PM inspections of chassis, vacuum body, hydraulic, electrical, air, and water systems.
• Conduct all repairs within DOT or OEM standards and service to return rental equipment to "Ready to Rent" status.
• Perform and document "check in" and "check out" inspections of fleet equipment.
• Maintain and organize shop and storage areas, ensuring Super Products standard of excellence is met.
• Effectively complete all documentation of work performed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's)

• Solid understanding of the function, operation, and maintenance of truck-mounted vacuum equipment (preferred).
• Strong mechanical and hydraulic system knowledge and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data, drawings, and schematics.
• Ability to administer DOT inspections.
• Basic/computational skills related to position.
• Excellent organizational and multi‑tasking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively both in a team and independently.
• Self‑motivated, accountable, and timely in all assignments.
• Must own and supply a basic set of hand tools and storage box; company will provide all large and specialized tools.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum three (3) years, verifiable experience as a mechanic.
• Experience with electrical and hydraulic diagnosis or truck‑mounted vacuum equipment -- required.

The pay range for this position in California is $28-$34/hour; base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Relocation not available for this position.

EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled | Drug‑Free Workplace

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.

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