Lead Mobile Diesel Mechanic & Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician

The Contractor Consultants; Bethel Park (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reliable weekly pay

Paid CDL training

Company service truck

Tool replacement program

Corporate mobile tech package

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.) seeks a Lead Mobile Diesel Mechanic & Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician to own diagnostics and repairs across Greater Pittsburgh and Western PA. You will operate from a mobile service truck, performing complex repairs away from the shop with a focus on uptime.

The role demands 3–5+ years of diesel tech experience, CDL training is provided, and you’ll earn $35–$55+ per hour with significant overtime and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5+ years as fleet mechanic or heavy equipment field tech.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Valid driver license with clean record (no major violations in 5 years).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical/electrical/hydraulic failures on-site.
• Perform preventive maintenance and overhauls using OEM blueprints and schematics.
• Provide rapid emergency field and roadside repair support.
• Weld and fabricate field components as needed.
• Ensure safety inspections and regulatory compliance for fleet assets.

Skills

Diesel diagnostics

Heavy equipment

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Roadside recovery

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Lead Mobile Diesel Mechanic & Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician

Company Name: Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.)

Location: Bethel Park, PA (Greater Pittsburgh & Western PA Regional Field Operations)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Flexible Field Schedule (Days, Nights, Weekends; 10-Hour+ Shifts with Extensive Overtime)

Industry: Pavement Marking Infrastructure, Heavy Civil Construction, Fleet Maintenance, and Mobile Field Service

Pay Scale: $35.00 to $55.00+ per hour ($72,800.00 to $114,400.00+ base annual baseline + Significant Overtime)

Incentives: Reliable Weekly Pay Cycle, Paid On-the-Job CDL Training, Company Service Truck Support, Tool Replacement Program, Corporate Mobile Tech Package, Comprehensive Medical Benefits, Retirement Plan

The Opportunity

Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.) is seeking an experienced Lead Mobile Diesel Mechanic & Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician to serve as our primary field diagnostic authority across Greater Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania.

In this autonomous, high-impact field role, you will take total ownership of mobile diagnostics, heavy hydraulic repairs, engine overhauls, and emergency roadside recovery for our specialized pavement marking fleet, Class 8 transport trucks, and heavy construction equipment. Dispatched in a fully equipped mobile service truck, you will troubleshoot real-time mechanical failures away from the shop bay to keep active highway and commercial projects moving. If you bring a strong background in diesel diagnostics, hydraulic schematics, field welding, and a commitment to uptime, PLP Co. provides top-tier hourly pay, paid CDL training, uncapped overtime, and a stable year-round platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Mobile Field Diagnostics & Repairs: Troubleshoot, isolate, and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic failures on-site across light-duty fleet trucks, Class 8 transport vehicles, and specialized heavy construction machinery.
• Hydraulic & Electrical Systems Mastery: Execute preventative maintenance and complex system overhauls using OEM blueprints, wiring schematics, high-pressure hydraulic circuits, and pneumatic diagrams.
• Emergency Field & Roadside Recovery: Provide rapid-response tactical repair assistance for jobsite breakdowns—executing structural repairs under tight time constraints or coordinating heavy towing logistics.
• Field Fabrication & Structural Welding: Perform custom structural cutting, torching, and wire-feed/stick welding (MIG/SMAW) to adapt, reinforce, or repair field components on active jobsites.
• Quality Assurance & Safety Inspection: Rigorously inspect and test all field-repaired equipment to guarantee 100% operational safety, mechanical reliability, and performance before returning assets to active service.
• DOT Compliance & Regulatory Inspections: Perform routine vehicle inspections, assist with official DOT compliance tracking, and ensure all fleet assets meet state and federal safety regulations.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Professional Diesel Tenure: Minimum 3 to 5+ years of verified experience as a fleet mechanic, diesel technician, or heavy equipment field service technician.
• Engine & Systems Fluency: Proven hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, multi-phase electrical systems, and high-pressure hydraulic systems.
• Mobility Credentials: Valid Driver License with a clean, insurable driving record (no major violations within the last 5 years) to operate company mobile service vehicles.
• Physical Capability & Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs continuously, navigate unpaved jobsites, and perform physical mechanical repairs in varying outdoor weather conditions.
• Educational Foundation: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred

• Commercial Licensing: Active Commercial Driver License (CDL Class A or B) — PLP Co. provides fully paid, on-the-job CDL training for qualified technicians.
• Inspection Credentials: Active Pennsylvania State Inspection License or DOT Inspector Certification.
• Structural Welding Experience: Practical proficiency in stick/MIG welding and oxy-fuel torch cutting.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Rates: $35.00 to $55.00+ per hour based on diesel diagnostic background and field experience, paid on a dependable weekly pay cycle.
• Overtime Upside: Substantial earning potential driven by consistent 10-hour+ field shifts and busy project seasons.
• Career Development: Paid on-the-job Commercial Driver License (CDL) training, advanced technical certifications, and manufacturer equipment training.
• Fleet & Equipment Support: Mobile service truck provided for field operations, personal tool replacement allowance, and corporate technology package.
• Health & Security: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options, plus a corporate retirement savings plan.

About PLP Company

Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.) is a market leader in pavement marking infrastructure and specialty civil contracting across Pennsylvania. Built on safety, accountability, and elite execution, we invest heavily in our fleet iron and our trade personnel—providing our mobile technicians with modern diagnostic tools, service trucks, and career stability.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, technical mechanical skills, and verified field execution records.