Heavy Equipment Technician

MasterTech; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with matching contributions

2 weeks prorated vacation

Sick days, holidays, and PTO

Job summary

MasterTech in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Heavy Equipment Technician to maintain, diagnose, and repair a diverse fleet of heavy machinery. You will work on construction, earth-moving, mining, aerial lifts, cranes, and more, ensuring machines stay productive and safe in daily operations.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in heavy equipment or diesel mechanics, with strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, plus proficiency with scanners and OEM diagnostics.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Heavy Equipment or Diesel Mechanic.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficient with scanners and OEM diagnostic software; able to read schematics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, diagnose, and repair a diverse line of heavy equipment.
• Operate safely and document work performed.
• Assist with troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Tools

Scanner usage

OEM diagnostic software

Reading schematics

Job description

Milwaukee, United States | Posted on 10/14/2026

MasterTech is on the search for a Heavy Equipment Technician in Milwaukee, WI.

The successful Heavy Equipment Technician will be responsible for the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of a diverse line of heavy equipment (construction, earth moving, mining, aerial, cranes, etc.).

Compensation:

• $35.00 - $45.00/hour, plus overtime after 8 hours/day.
• 401K with matching contributions.
• 2 weeks prorated vacation, plus sick days, holidays, and PTO.

Shift:

• Day shift, Monday to Friday.
• 8 to 12 hour days on average.

Key Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or Diesel Mechanic.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficient using scanners, OEM diagnostic software, and reading schematics.