Heavy Equipment Mechanic

ADP, Inc.; Signal Hill (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Health, dental, and vision

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick days

Safety boot reimbursement

Leadership pathways

Job summary

Power Trip Rentals in Signal Hill, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Shop & Field Technician to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy construction equipment, including diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, in both shop and on job sites. You will read schematics, perform preventative maintenance, provide time and cost estimates, and travel to sites as needed.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with trade school preferred; valid driver's

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; trade training preferred.
• Experience with diesel engines, heavy equipment, and hydraulic/electrical systems.
• Must have valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic codes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy construction equipment in shop and at job sites.
• Diagnostics on diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Read schematics and repair manuals; interpret diagnostic codes.
• Perform preventative maintenance for reliability and safety.
• Provide accurate time and material estimates for repairs.
• Travel to job sites to service equipment and liaise with suppliers/clients.

Skills

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Field service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school training preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Full Time Signal Hill, CA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1090

Salary Range: $33.00 To $38.00 Hourly

Job Summary:

Power Trip Rentals is seeking a detail-oriented, dependable Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Shop & Field Technician to join our growing team! This role is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction equipment both in the shop and at job sites. Equipment includes diesel engines, hydraulic systems, aerial work platforms, skid steers, and other specialized rental machinery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspecting, analyzing, and troubleshooting heavy construction equipment and systems.
• Performing diagnostics and complex repairs on diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Reading and interpreting equipment schematics, repair manuals, and diagnostic codes.
• Performing preventative maintenance to ensure reliability and safety of rental equipment.
• Sourcing and replacing faulty components, parts, and systems .
• Fabricating or modifying equipment components when necessary.
• Documenting repairs, maintenance records, and safety compliance reports.
• Providing accurate time and material cost estimates before performing work.
• Liaising with suppliers and clients to ensure timely service and repairs.
• Traveling to job sites to repair/service equipment in the field .

What You Bring to the Team:

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school or equivalent training preferred .
• Experience working with diesel engines, heavy machinery, and hydraulic/electrical systems .
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment independently in the field.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic codes.
• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (for logging service reports and estimates).
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more and work in various outdoor conditions .

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience and qualifications.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage .
• Retirement plan with employer contributions .
• Paid vacation and sick days .
• Safety boot reimbursement
• Career development opportunities – we promote from within!
  • Pathways to shop foreman, service manager, and operational leadership roles.