Heavy Equipment Technician - Field Service & Diagnostics

STS Technical Services; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Technician in Savannah, Georgia to support a start-up industrial operation in Chatham County. The role involves inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining material-handling equipment, forklifts and rubber tire cranes, with emphasis on safety, uptime and reliability.

The ideal candidate will perform preventive maintenance and diagnostics across heavy equipment, with hands-on diesel and hydraulic expertise.

Qualifications

• Hands-on troubleshooting of hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and hydraulic diagrams.
• Experience with diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, brakes and steering.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on forklifts, rubber tire cranes and related heavy equipment.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose and repair diesel and gasoline engines.
• Inspect equipment for defects and safety concerns; document findings and repairs.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Diesel engines

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computerized diagnostic equipment

Job description

STS Technical Services is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Technician in Savannah, Georgia to support a start-up industrial operation in Chatham County. The role involves inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining material-handling equipment, forklifts and rubber tire cranes, with emphasis on safety, uptime and reliability.

The ideal candidate will perform preventive maintenance and diagnostics across heavy equipment, with hands-on diesel and hydraulic expertise.