PDI & Equipment Setup Technician

Socket.dev; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Manufacturer and hands-on training

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Sanco Equipment in Mason City, IA is seeking a dependable PDI & Equipment Setup Technician to join our service team. This role offers hands-on work with new and used equipment, including pre-delivery inspections, installing attachments, and light repairs.

College or technical school students are encouraged to apply, with tuition reimbursement possible for eligible programs. You'll prepare equipment for delivery, ensure safety and readiness, and contribute to ongoing maintenance and setup

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate equipment safely.
• Experience or education in diesel/heavy equipment, automotive, or construction gear is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-delivery inspections on equipment.
• Install attachments and configure equipment for customers.
• Carry out light mechanical work and basic maintenance.
• Prepare used equipment for delivery and assist with trade-ins.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Dependable

Willing to learn

Education

Diesel or heavy equipment technology

Automotive or truck repair

Construction or agricultural equipment

Powersports

Small engines

Equipment maintenance

Welding or fabrication

Mechanical or technical programs

Tools

Welding

Job description

PDI & Equipment Setup Technician

Location: Mason City, IA
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday

Build Your Mechanical Skills Into a Career

Sanco Equipment is looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined PDI & Equipment Setup Technician to join our service team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands and around equipment but may not yet have the experience of a full Equipment Technician. College and technical school students are encouraged to apply. We are willing to work with the right candidate's school schedule.
For students who are interested in building a long‑term career with Sanco Equipment, tuition reimbursement may be available for eligible programs.This is an opportunity to earn money, gainhands‑on experience, and get your education paid for while building a career as an Equipment Technician.

You’ll be responsible for preparing new and used equipment for customers, completing pre-delivery inspections, installing attachments and accessories, and handling light mechanical repairs and maintenance.

If you have experience working on cars, trucks, powersports, farm equipment, construction equipment, small engines—or simply have strong mechanical ability,we'd like to talk to you.

What You'll Do

Prepare Equipment for Delivery

• Complete pre-delivery inspections (PDI) on new equipment
• Check fluid levels, machine operation, safety systems, lights, controls, and overall condition
• Identify and correct issues before equipment is delivered
• Make sure equipment is complete, clean, and ready for the customer

Set Up Equipment & Attachments

• Install buckets, attachments, tires, tracks, cutting edges, and accessories
• Assemble and set up new equipment and attachments
• Install common dealer-installed options
• Configure equipment for customer applications

Perform Light Mechanical Work

• Complete oil and filter changes and basic preventive maintenance
• Replace batteries, hoses, fittings, belts, lights, and other basic components
• Grease and lubricate equipment
• Perform basic inspections and minor repairs
• Identify additional repair needs and communicate them to the service team

Prepare Used Equipment

• Assist with trade‑in inspections
• Identify visible leaks, damage, wear, and maintenance needs
• Complete approved minor repairs and maintenance

What We're Looking For

You don't need to be a master technician. We're looking for someone who is mechanically inclined, dependable, willing to learn, and takes pride in doing things right.

Experience or education in any of the following is a plus, but not required:

• Diesel or heavy equipment technology
• Automotive or truck repair
• Construction or agricultural equipment
• Powersports
• Small engines
• Equipment maintenance
• Welding or fabrication
• Mechanical or technical programs

Currently enrolled college and technical school students are encouraged to apply. This can be a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience while completing your education and potentially transition into a full-time Equipment Technician position after graduation.

A valid driver's license and the ability to safely operate equipment are required.

Why Sanco Equipment?

We want this to be more than just a job. For someone who wants to continue developing their mechanical skills, this position can provide a path into a full Equipment Technician role.

You'll work around late‑model construction equipment, learn from experienced technicians, and gain hands‑on experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

We offer:

• Monday–Friday work schedule
• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full‑time employees
• 401(k) retirement plan for full‑time employees
• Paid time off and paid holidays for full‑time employees
• Manufacturer and hands‑on training
• Opportunities for advancement