Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Company Van

Fraza / Vitan Equipment; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Company vehicle with fuel card

No nights and weekends

Full benefits: PTO, medical, dental, &

401(k) with match

Upsell commissions

Job summary

Matthai Material Handling & Vitan Equipment is seeking an experienced Forklift Technician / Field Service Mechanic to troubleshoot and repair heavy‑duty material handling equipment at customer sites across Virginia. This field-based role offers diagnostic work across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems for diverse client sites.

You’ll travel within the territory, operate a company service truck with a fuel card, and ensure all equipment meets safety standards while logging work via

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience repairing forklifts or heavy equipment
• Strong diagnostic instincts and a safety-first mindset
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems at customer locations
• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs
• Travel across assigned territory to service sites
• Ensure equipment is safe and compliant
• Log service work via mobile dispatch and communicate updates

Skills

Forklift repair experience

Diesel/heavy equipment repair

Diagnostic skills

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Matthai Material Handling& Vitan Equipment is seeking an experienced Forklift Technician / Field Service Mechanic to troubleshoot and repair heavy-duty material handling equipment. If you have experience in forklift, diesel, automotive, or heavy equipment repair, this field-based role offers the perfect change of pace to utilize your diagnostic expertise across complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Perks of the job:

• $1,500 Sign-on bonus
• $23hr to $38hr based on experience and certifications
• Take-home service truck (Company vehicle + fuel card provided)
• No nights and weekends
• Full benefits package: PTO, medical, dental, vision, & 401(k) with match
• Commission opportunities for service work and upselling parts/equipment

What you’ll do:

• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems directly at customer locations
• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs to keep local businesses running
• Hit the road across your assigned territory—no getting stuck in the same shop every day
• Ensure all equipment is safe, compliant, and up to solid operating standards
• Log your service work accurately via mobile dispatch and communicate updates clearly

What you’ll need:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience repairing forklifts, heavy equipment, diesel trucks, or auto mechanics looking to transition to heavy equipment
• Strong diagnostic instincts and a safety-first mindset on the job
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record to operate the company service truck