Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

MaineGuide; Maine; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime pay

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) company matching

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Retirement benefits

On-the-job training

Job summary

Frank Martin Sons, Inc. is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Technician to join our service team in Madison, Maine. You will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair forestry and construction equipment, using a laptop to access manuals and diagnostic programs.

The role emphasizes safe, high-quality work and documentation of service activities. We offer competitive pay, overtime, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, paid time off, and

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment.
• Proficient with diagnostic programs and service manuals.
• Must provide your own tools.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, powertrain, and mechanical systems.
• Access repair information using a laptop and diagnostic tools.
• Document repairs and completed service work.
• Work independently while collaborating with the service team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Communicate clearly and ask questions when needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting heavy equipment

Mechanical skills

Diagnostic skills

Computer skills

Own tools

Driver's license

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Technical school graduate (diesel tech / heavy equipment repair / automotive tech)

Tools

Diagnostic software

Service manuals

Job description

We are looking for a skilled, detail-oriented Heavy Equipment Technician to join our service team in Madison, Maine. The ideal candidate will have experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing heavy equipment and will take pride in completing high-quality work safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex hydraulic, electrical, powertrain, and mechanical systems.
• Use a laptop to access repair information, diagnostic programs, service manuals, and detailed repair procedures.
• Accurately document repairs and completed service work.
• Work independently while collaborating with other members of the service team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Communicate clearly and ask questions when additional information or assistance is needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment.
• Strong mechanical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to use electronic service and diagnostic resources.
• Must provide your own tools.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to stand and work in a repair shop environment for most of the day.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Preferred Experience

• Technical school graduate in diesel technology, heavy equipment repair, automotive technology, or a related field.
• Previous experience working in a heavy equipment repair shop.
• Experience repairing forestry, construction, agricultural, diesel, automotive, truck, or other commercial equipment.
• Candidates with experience in other vehicle repair fields are encouraged to apply.

Benefits and Compensation

Frank Martin Sons, Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay
• Overtime pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• 401(k) company matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Retirement benefits
• Additional employee benefits and more

Join a respected Maine company and help keep our customers’ forestry and construction equipment operating safely and productively throughout the state.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person