Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Slaymaker Rentals; Washington, Northern (Washington County, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

HSA

Job summary

Slaymaker Rentals is seeking a Shop Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on a diverse fleet of rental equipment. The role ensures safety, reliability, and readiness before customer deployment in a fast-paced shop environment.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of equipment repair experience, diesel and hydraulic/electrical systems knowledge, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of equipment repair experience preferred.
• Experience with diesel engines, heavy equipment, farm equipment, or similar machinery preferred.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks (bending, kneeling, squatting).
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn through hands-on training.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on rental equipment.
• Inspect equipment to ensure safety, reliability, and operational readiness before rental deployment.
• Identify wear, damage, and potential failures to prevent breakdowns.
• Work on a wide variety of equipment including boom lifts, skid loaders, excavators, forklifts, tractors, telehandlers, cranes, loaders, dozers, scissor lifts, and generators.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems.
• Maintain accurate service records and communicate equipment status as needed.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and aligned with safety standards.
• Participate in hands-on training across multiple equipment brands (JLG, John Deere, Kubota, etc.)
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality service.
• Support shop operations and additional service needs as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Physical stamina

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Slaymaker Rentals is seeking a Shop Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on a diverse fleet of rental equipment. The role ensures safety, reliability, and readiness before customer deployment in a fast-paced shop environment.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of equipment repair experience, diesel and hydraulic/electrical systems knowledge, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.