Heavy Equipment Technician
Aerotek
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Job summary
Aerotek is hiring immediately for Heavy Equipment Technicians in Kernersville, NC to perform field and shop service on drilling and construction equipment. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems with on-the-job training provided for specialized drilling machinery.
The position is contract-to-permanent with a pay range of $25.00–$30.00 per hour, typically 7am–5pm, Monday through Friday, with travel across North Carolina and South
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic on construction equipment.
- Strong electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting abilities.
- Hands-on repair, preventive maintenance, and diagnostics on heavy machinery.
Responsibilities
- Perform field and/or shop service, maintenance, and repair on heavy equipment at customer sites.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic issues using schematics and tools.
- Inspect equipment and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Document work performed, parts used, and recommendations in work orders.
- Travel within NC/SC with occasional state travel for service calls.
- Communicate equipment status and timelines to customers and supervisors.
Skills
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Job description
These roles focus on providing field and/or shop service, maintenance, and repair for specialized drilling equipment by leveraging a strong heavy equipment mechanic experience. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on a variety of construction and heavy equipment, then transition those skills to highly specialized drilling machinery through on-the-job training.
- Perform field and/or shop service, maintenance, and repair on heavy construction and drilling equipment at customer sites.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues using schematics, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic tools.
- Inspect equipment to identify potential problems and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Use hand tools and power tools to disassemble, repair, replace, and reassemble components and systems.
- Install, configure, and adjust components, parts, and accessories on heavy equipment and drilling machinery.
- Read, interpret, and apply electrical and hydraulic schematics to perform accurate and efficient repairs.
- Document all work performed, including diagnostics, repairs, parts used, and service recommendations, in work orders.
- Operate and maintain a field service truck, ensuring tools, equipment, and parts are organized and in good working condition.
- Travel primarily within North Carolina and South Carolina, with occasional travel to surrounding states, to complete assigned service calls.
- Communicate clearly with supervisors, shop personnel, and customers regarding equipment status, repair needs, and timelines.
- Follow safety procedures and best practices while working on-site and in the field to protect yourself, coworkers, and customer property.
- Support the transition from general heavy equipment work (such as excavators, dozers, and backhoes) to specialized drilling equipment through continuous learning and hands‑on experience.
- Proven experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic working on construction equipment such as excavators, dozers, or backhoes.
- Strong proficiency in electrical systems, including troubleshooting, wiring, and working from electrical schematics.
- Strong proficiency in hydraulic systems, including troubleshooting, repair, and interpretation of hydraulic schematics.
- Hands‑on experience with mechanical repair, troubleshooting, and service of heavy equipment.
- Ability to perform preventive maintenance on complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Experience working with pneumatics in a maintenance or repair environment.
- Demonstrated field service experience or comfort working independently at customer sites.
- Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for repair and installation work.
- Competence in reading and understanding schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Clean driving record with no points, enabling safe operation of a company‑provided service truck.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to specialized drilling equipment and new technologies.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Good communication skills to interact professionally with customers and internal teams.
- Interest in long‑term career development and advancement within a specialized equipment environment.
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kernersville, NC.
The pay range for this position is $25.00 – $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan — Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long‑term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Kernersville,NC.
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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