Heavy Equipment Technician

ELLIS EQUIPMENT COMPANY LTD; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ELLIS EQUIPMENT COMPANY LTD in Weatherford, TX, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment and vehicles on-site. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and hydraulic issues, and maintain service records while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires diagnosing across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, with strong emphasis on documentation and customer communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment or diesel technology, including reading schematics and using diagnostic tools.
• Strong commitment to safety practices, attention to detail, and accurate documentation of work performed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with effective communication skills when interacting with colleagues and customers.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance and complete service records.
• Follow established safety standards during all procedures.
• Collaborate with team and communicate repair needs and timelines to customers.
• Assist with parts ordering and inventory related to assigned repairs.

Skills

Equipment Maintenance

Vehicle Maintenance

Equipment Repair

Heavy Equipment

Troubleshooting

Reading Schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or certifications in equipment or automotive repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Company Description

ELLIS EQUIPMENT COMPANY LTD is a United States–based organization located at 1313 Fort Worth Highway in Weatherford, Texas. The company operates in a region with a strong presence of construction and industrial activity, supporting customers who rely on heavy equipment for daily operations. Team members work closely with local businesses and contractors, helping maintain reliable machinery and equipment performance. Applicants can expect a hands‑on environment where equipment reliability, safety, and customer service are priorities.

Role Description

The Heavy Equipment Technician is a full‑time, on‑site role based in Weatherford, TX. This position focuses on inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing heavy equipment and vehicles to ensure safe and efficient operation. Day‑to‑day tasks include performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and hydraulic issues, completing service records, and following established safety standards. The technician will collaborate with other team members, communicate repair needs and timelines, and support customers by providing clear updates on equipment status. The role may involve using diagnostic tools, reading technical manuals, and handling parts ordering and inventory related to assigned repairs.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Equipment Maintenance and Vehicle Maintenance to perform routine service and inspections.
• Candidates should possess skills in Equipment Repair and Heavy Equipment to handle complex mechanical work on a variety of machinery.
• Candidates should possess skills in Troubleshooting to identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues efficiently.
• Relevant experience in heavy equipment or diesel technology, including reading schematics and using diagnostic tools.
• Strong commitment to safety practices, attention to detail, and accurate documentation of work performed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with effective communication skills when interacting with colleagues and customers.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certifications in equipment or automotive repair are beneficial.
• Physical ability to lift, move, and work with heavy parts and equipment, and to work in various shop and outdoor conditions.