Heavy Truck Technician / Mechanic

Waterblast; Pharr (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation and personal days

401(k) matching

Job summary

Kinloch Equipment & Supply in Pharr, Texas is seeking a technician to diagnose and repair a broad range of heavy‑duty municipal equipment, including vac trucks and street sweepers. You will work with the Service Writer and Parts team, perform safety inspections, and carry out preventative maintenance in a clean, safety‑focused workspace.

Requirements include technical school in diesel/heavy equipment preferred, a valid driver's license, 3+ years of mechanic experience, and experience with

Qualifications

• Education from an accredited technical school in diesel engine/hydraulics/heavy equipment repair preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract.
• Completion of a job-related background check in accordance with applicable laws.
• 3+ years’ experience working in a mechanic / technician role.
• Experienced with hydraulic and/or electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety inspections, diagnostics, and mechanical repairs on a wide range of heavy-duty and niche municipal equipment.
• Work on vac trucks, hydro vacs, street sweepers, refuse/recycling trucks, and more.
• Collaborate with the Service Writer and Parts team to ensure efficient service.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Driver's license

Hydraulic work

Electrical work

3+ years experience

Background check compliance

Education

Technical school in diesel/heavy equipment

Job description

Pharr, Texas
Joe Johnson Equipment, operating as Kinloch Equipment & Supply

About the Role

We are seeking a technician who can perform diagnostics, and mechanical repairs on a broad range of heavy‑duty and specialized municipal equipment, including vac trucks, hydro vacs, street sweepers, and refuse or recycling trucks. This role involves working closely with our Service Writer and Parts team to keep operations running smoothly while carrying out preventative maintenance and maintaining a clean, organized, and safety‑focused workspace.

What You’ll Do

• Perform safety inspections, diagnostics, and mechanical repairs on a wide range of heavy-duty and niche municipal equipment.
• Work on vac trucks, hydro vacs, street sweepers, refuse/recycling trucks, and more.
• Collaborate with the Service Writer and Parts team to ensure efficient service.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Compensation

• Competitive hourly rate; based on education and experience
• Quarterly bonus opportunity – up to $1,500.00
• Annual performance review, with increase opportunity
• Technician sign-on bonus – up to $1,500.00 based on experience
• Training program with bonus opportunity – up to $3,000.00
• Premium health and welfare insurance benefits
• Vacation and paid personal days
• 401(k) Employer matching program

Location: Pharr, Texas

Status: Permanent

Schedule: Monday-Friday - occasional extended hours may be required based on operational needs.

What You Bring

• Education from an accredited technical school in diesel engine/hydraulics/heavy equipment repair preferred but not required
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract
• Completion of a job-related background check in accordance with applicable laws
• 3+ years’ experience working in a mechanic / technician role
• Experienced with hydraulic and/or electrical work

Who We Are

Joe Johnson Equipment (JJE) is a leading distributor of public works equipment across Canada and the U.S. We support municipalities and contractors with equipment such as vacuum trucks, refuse and recycling vehicles, street sweepers, and sewer inspection systems.

We are a proud subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.

Our Core Values: Leadership, Customer Excellence, Integrity, Inspiration, Teamwork, Innovation, and Ambition

Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws.

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