Heavy Equipment Technician I - Hands-On Maintenance & Growth

Allan Myers, Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Allan Myers, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Support role in the Richmond area. The position focuses on repairing and maintaining production equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operation to meet quality targets and cost goals.

Responsibilities include assisting technicians, coordinating with field teams, and ensuring timely parts delivery, with required overtime and travel as needed. The role requires tool readiness and adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• 1 year field experience repairing heavy construction equipment.
• High school diploma, GED, or trade school preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Knowledge of heavy machinery components and systems.
• Diagnostic capabilities for hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist equipment technicians with technical support via phone, email, or at job site.
• Develop fast, accurate communication with field personnel and dispatch.
• Assure quality of repairs to minimize recalls and duplicates.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies.
• Review shop tool requirements to improve efficiency.
• Observe and report deficiencies to support PM program.
• Participate in training with dealers/manufacturers and share with others.
• Coordinate with Field Services Dispatcher and parts personnel for on-time parts delivery.
• Work daily with internal departments and field staff.

Skills

Heavy construction equipment

Hydraulic systems diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Repair decisions quickly

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school preferred

Tools

Caterpillar Et/SIS

Volvo Prosis

Cummins InSite

Oxy/Acetylene torch

Stick welding 7018/6010

Job description

Allan Myers, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Support role in the Richmond area. The position focuses on repairing and maintaining production equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operation to meet quality targets and cost goals.

Responsibilities include assisting technicians, coordinating with field teams, and ensuring timely parts delivery, with required overtime and travel as needed. The role requires tool readiness and adherence to safety policies.