Heavy Equipment Technician

MasterTech; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with matching contributions

2 weeks prorated vacation + PTO

Job summary

MasterTech in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to maintain, diagnose, and repair a broad range of heavy equipment including construction, earth moving, mining, aerial lifts, and cranes. The role requires hands-on diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and timely repair to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of similar experience and a solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, plus proficiency with scanners and OEM diagnostic

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.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of a diverse line of heavy equipment (construction, earth moving, mining, aerial, cranes, etc.).

Skills

Heavy equipment diagnostics

Mechanical knowledge

Reading schematics

Tools

OEM diagnostic software

Scanners

Job description

Milwaukee, United States | Posted on 08/31/2026

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.