Heavy Equipment Service Technician

AppleOne Employment Services; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services seeks a Heavy Equipment Service Technician for a direct hire opportunity in Livermore, CA. The role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy equipment in the field to keep job sites safe and productive.

The technician will travel to customer sites, perform mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine repairs, and document all service activity. Strong independence, reliability, and a commitment to safety are valued.

Qualifications

• Diagnose and repair heavy equipment in field service environments.
• Perform mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine troubleshooting.
• Complete preventive maintenance, inspections, and service documentation.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heavy construction and industrial equipment in field environments.
• Perform mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine repairs to reduce downtime.
• Travel to customer or job site locations to assess equipment issues and complete repairs efficiently.
• Document service work, parts usage, repair findings, and maintenance recommendations accurately.
• Communicate repair status and equipment needs with service teams and site personnel.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Field service

Safety‑focused approach

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Service software

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Service Technician for a direct hire opportunity in Livermore, CA. This role is ideal for an experienced heavy equipment repair professional who enjoys working independently in the field while supporting construction, industrial, and infrastructure operations.

The Heavy Equipment Service Technician will diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment to help keep job sites safe, productive, and operational. This opportunity offers strong compensation, steady work, and the chance to join a team-oriented environment where technical expertise, reliability, and problem-solving are valued.

Candidates can expect supportive leadership, collaboration with experienced service teams, and a work environment focused on safety, quality repairs, and long-term career growth. This is a strong fit for a hands‑on technician who takes pride in keeping critical equipment running at peak performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heavy construction and industrial equipment in field environments.


• Perform mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine repairs to reduce equipment downtime.


• Complete preventive maintenance, inspections, and equipment performance checks according to service standards.


• Travel to customer or job site locations to assess equipment issues and complete repairs efficiently.


• Document service work, parts usage, repair findings, and maintenance recommendations accurately.


• Communicate professionally with service teams, supervisors, and site personnel regarding repair status and equipment needs.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $105,000 to $120,000 per year.


• Direct hire opportunity.


• Location: Livermore, CA.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Diagnose and repair heavy equipment in field service environments.


• Perform mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine troubleshooting.


• Complete preventive maintenance, inspections, and service documentation.


• Communicate repair status and equipment needs with service teams and site personnel.

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a heavy equipment technician, field service technician, diesel mechanic, or related equipment repair professional.


• Strong knowledge of heavy construction, industrial, or similar equipment maintenance and repair.


• Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic systems, electrical systems, diesel engines, and mechanical components.


• Comfortable working independently at customer sites, job sites, or field locations.


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to document repairs, parts usage, and service recommendations accurately.


• Professional communication skills and a safety‑focused approach to field service work.


• Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to manage service priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience servicing construction, industrial, infrastructure, pipeline, or related heavy equipment.


• Prior mobile field service experience.


• Familiarity with diagnostic tools, service software, and manufacturer repair procedures.


• Strong customer‑facing skills and the ability to represent the service team professionally in the field.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

AppleOne participates in the E‑Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E‑Verify program. https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf

We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment‑qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.