Heavy Equipment Technician | Shop & Field, Training Included

Komatsu Mining Corp.; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 38,572 - 71,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career planning and advancement

Employee discounts to Ford, GMC,Disney

Tool allowance

Training opportunities

OEM owned dealership

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Sparks, Nevada, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician (Shop/Field) to maintain and repair construction equipment, cranes, diesel engines, and related machinery in both shop and customer-site settings.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years of hands-on experience, and certifications (forklift, manlift, MSHA, respirator) with a strong emphasis on safety, documentation, diagnostics, and customer service. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of a high school diploma or GED; Associate Degree in Diesel Technology or related field is highly preferred.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in a similar mechanical or field technician role, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Achieve and maintain an annual repair efficiency rate of at least 85% by delivering high-quality mechanical repairs and services.
• Ensure that rework hours are kept under 3% of total billed hours to maximize efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Adhere strictly to standardized repair times and actively work toward meeting or exceeding balanced scorecard objectives, contributing to overall company performance metrics.
• Prioritize health and safety in every task, strictly following all regulatory and company policies to maintain a secure working environment.
• Accurately maintain detailed documentation related to repair processes, parts used, and time spent, while implementing contamination control measures to protect equipment integrity.
• Provide precise and timely quotes for repair services, maintaining transparent communication and exceptional customer service at every stage.
• Diagnose mechanical and technical issues using advanced troubleshooting procedures, ensuring all repairs are thoroughly tested, validated, and meet quality standards before completing work orders.
• Apply systematic failure analysis techniques to diagnose complex problems effectively, facilitating long-term solutions and minimizing recurring issues.

Skills

Strong communication

Arithmetic proficiency

Basic computer skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Diesel Technology or related field

Job description

Komatsu America Corp. in Sparks, Nevada, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician (Shop/Field) to maintain and repair construction equipment, cranes, diesel engines, and related machinery in both shop and customer-site settings.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years of hands-on experience, and certifications (forklift, manlift, MSHA, respirator) with a strong emphasis on safety, documentation, diagnostics, and customer service. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.