Mechanic Heavy Equipment Truck

Custom Truck One Source, Inc.; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Ins.

Paid vacation and holidays

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Custom Truck One Source (CTOS) in Alexandria, LA is hiring an experienced Service Technician. You'll be diagnosing and repairing truck-mounted utility equipment and heavy-duty vehicles in our facility.

This role offers a competitive salary with overtime opportunities. Successful candidates will have a strong mechanical aptitude, experience with diesel trucks, and must provide their own basic mechanic hand tools.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience in repairing diesel trucks, heavy equipment, or hydraulic systems preferred.
• Dependable with excellent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and operational issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, and replacements.
• Service truck-mounted equipment including cranes, dump trucks, and forestry equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Diagnostic skills

Troubleshooting abilities

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic mechanic hand tools

Job description

Custom Truck One Source (CTOS) – Alexandria, LA is a full-service regional hub supporting customers throughout Louisiana, East Texas, and Mississippi with industry-leading parts, service, rentals, and fleet solutions.

Our 30,000+ sq. ft. facility features 15+ service bays and a large parts warehouse, specializing in the maintenance and repair of bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, service trucks, water and vacuum trucks, lowboys, forestry equipment, and other specialized utility and heavy-duty equipment serving the utility, telecom, construction, and infrastructure industries.

Join Our Team

We are seeking an experienced Service Technician to diagnose, maintain, and repair truck-mounted utility equipment and heavy-duty vehicles in our Alexandria shop.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:30 PM, with overtime available as business needs require.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and operational issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, and component replacements.
• Service truck-mounted equipment including:
  • Bucket trucks
  • Boom trucks
  • Digger derricks
  • Cranes
  • Dump trucks
  • Service trucks
  • Forestry equipment
  • Water and vacuum trucks
  • Other specialized utility equipment
• Troubleshoot truck chassis, diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and electronic diagnostics.
• Operate and inspect equipment to identify defects and verify repairs.
• Perform hydraulic hose assembly, replacement, and testing.
• Conduct quality inspections and complete accurate repair documentation.
• Submit repair orders and maintain service records.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OEM specifications.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must provide your own basic mechanic hand tools.
• Experience repairing diesel trucks, heavy equipment, utility equipment, agricultural equipment, construction equipment, or hydraulic systems preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and diagnostic skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong troubleshooting abilities.
• Dependable with excellent attendance.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and/or audiogram.

Working Conditions

• Shop and outdoor work environment.
• Exposure to weather, noise, dust, fumes, and heavy equipment.
• Regular schedule of Monday-Friday with overtime as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs.
• Stand and walk on concrete for extended periods.
• Frequently bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and crawl.
• Work at heights when necessary.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and diagnostic equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Company-paid wellness programs
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Employee discount programs
• Ongoing technical training and career development through the CTOS STEP Technician Program

Custom Truck One Source is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.