Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Southeastern Equipment Company; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Critical Illness

Life Insurance

401K with match

Wellness

PTO

Paid Parental leave

Company Apparel

Uniforms provided

PPE Provided

Prescription Safety Goggles

Boot Allowance

Job summary

Southeastern Equipment seeks a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician in North Canton, Ohio. Join a family-owned dealership that values teamwork, safety, and ongoing training. The role offers overtime pay and clear paths to advancement while supporting a healthy work-life balance.

The position emphasizes hands-on diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance across a variety of heavy machinery and environmental equipment, with emphasis on safety, certification, and customer-ready workmanship.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in shop or field service repair.
• Strong diagnostic skills esp. 12/24 volt electrical wiring and hydraulics.
• Proficiency with diagnostics tools and software.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver's license.
• Able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on a wide range of equipment: dirt movers, lifts, paving and milling machines, environmental equipment.
• Conduct functionality and safety tests.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and drivetrain issues.
• Utilize laptops and tablets to run diagnostics.
• Interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Follow OSHA and EPA safety standards.
• Stay current on training and manufacturer certifications.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Electrical diagnostics

Hydraulics

Diagnostic tools

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or trade school certification

Tools

Diagnostics software

Laptop/Tablets diagnostics

Job description

Join Our Team at Southeast Equipment!

Position: Heavy Equipment Service Technician (Shop-Based)

Location: North Canton, Ohio

Compensation Is Based On Experience And Certifications

Overtime: Available and paid at time + ½

At Southeastern Equipment, we're more than a dealership — we're a family-owned company that lives by our mission, vision, and values every single day. No matter how much we grow, we remain ONE TEAM WITH ONE GOAL. We value a healthy work-life balance and offer benefits designed to support you and your family.

We're looking for a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician to join our growing team. If you enjoy working with your hands, love heavy machinery, and want to build a career with unparalleled advancement opportunities, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on a wide range of equipment:
  • Dirt movers
  • Lifts
  • Paving and milling machines
  • Environmental equipment
• Conduct functionality and safety tests
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and drivetrain issues
• Utilize laptops and tablets to run diagnostics
• Interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Follow all OSHA and EPA safety standards
• Stay current on training and manufacturer certifications

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Minimum 5 years in shop or field service repair
• Technical Skills:
  • Very Strong diagnostic skills especially: 12/24 volt electrical wiring and hydraulics
  • Proficiency with diagnostics tools and software
• Physical Requirements:
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to stoop, bend, climb, and crawl without restrictions
• Other Requirements:
  • High school diploma or trade school certification
  • Valid driver's license
  • Able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
  • Able to pass a background check and drug screen (includes testing for medical marijuana)

Why Work With Us?

• Family-owned with strong values
• Supportive team environment
• Overtime opportunities
• Advancement into field service or management roles
• Access to ongoing manufacturer training and certification

Our Company is unable to offer sponsorship now or in the future. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship. Southeastern Equipment utilizes E-Verify in accordance with Federal regulations.

Please keep in mind that the posted pay range represents the range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual hourly/salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location, certifications, and skill development and potential bonuses.

Our company offers full time employees: competitive salary, full benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Critical Illness
• Life Insurance
• 401K with match
• Wellness
• PTO
• Paid Parental leave
• Company Apparel
• Uniforms provided
• PPE Provided
• Prescription Safety Goggles
• Boot Allowance

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.