Rental Diesel Technician - Power Systems

Wagner Equipment Co.; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 96 hours

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

ID WatchDog

Discounted phone plans

Job summary

The Wagner Equipment Co. Albuquerque location is seeking a Rental Diesel Technician - Power Systems to inspect, troubleshoot, repair and service power generation equipment including generators and compressors.

The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical skills, a high school diploma, and technical training; prior diesel or heavy equipment experience is preferred. This full-time on-site position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical school emphasis on diesel engine is preferred.
• Heavy equipment or diesel mechanic repair experience required.
• 1+ years of administrative/clerical experience.
• 1+ years of customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on power generation equipment including generators and compressors.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and operational failures using appropriate tools and manufacturer specifications.
• Read and follow manuals to ensure proper equipment performance and safety.
• Complete work orders, parts requests, and documentation accurately and timely.
• Inspect equipment before and after service for safe operation and quality workmanship.
• Communicate findings and service requirements with supervisors and technicians.
• Assist with overhauls, rebuilds, and major repairs on engines and power systems.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow safety procedures.
• Participate in technical training to expand power generation and compressor knowledge.
• Support shop and field operations as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Administrative experience

Diagnostic aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school diploma/Certification (diesel preferred)

Job description

Rental Diesel Technician - Power Systems

Requisition Number: RENTA006214

• Posted : September 4, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Power Systems - NM
700 Wagner Ct. SE
Albuquerque, NM, NM 87105, USA

Description

Why Join Wagner?

At Wagner, our people are the driving force behind everything we do. We’re committed to helping our employees grow through meaningful work, career development, and opportunities to learn and advance. Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and the people who make our success possible. We offer excellent benefits and supply you with the tools you need to maximize your potential.

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan - Up to 96 hours of PTO in your first year + 8 company paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Retirement Plans - 401K eligible employees can receive a company contribution up to 7%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• CEFCU - Employees have access to services including payroll deductions, savings, accounts, loans, VISA card and more
• Additional Benefits include Supplemental life Insurance, Critical Illness + Accidental Insurance, ID WatchDog and discounted employee phone plans

The Rental Diesel Technician may be responsible for performing incidental repairs, removing and replacing repairable sub-assemblies, evaluating damage to determine reusability in rebuild, troubleshooting equipment, and/or performing high level diagnostic assessments in a manner that reflects the company’s vision of working as “One Professional Team.” Depending upon education and experience, the Shop Mechanic may perform all or some of the Essential Functions listed below with or without direct supervision.

Pay Rate: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour. Pay is dependent on education and experience.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on power generation equipment, including generators, compressors, and related systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and operational failures using appropriate tools, diagnostic equipment, and manufacturer specifications.
• Read, interpret, and follow manufacturer operation, maintenance, and service manuals to ensure proper equipment performance and compliance.
• Complete work orders, repair documentation, parts requests, and return processes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Inspect equipment before and after service to verify safe operation, quality workmanship, and compliance with company standards.
• Communicate repair findings, equipment status, and service requirements effectively with supervisors, leads, and service personnel.
• Assist with component overhauls, rebuilds, and major repairs on engines, generators, and supporting power generation systems.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all company safety procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Participate in technical training and continuously develop knowledge of power generation & compressor equipment, controls, and systems.
• Support shop and field operations as needed, including equipment movement, loading/unloading, emergency service calls, overtime, and other assigned duties.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduation from a technical school with emphasis on diesel engine preferred
• Heavy equipment, engine, or mechanic repair experience
• 1+ years administrative/clerical experience
• 1+ years customer service experience

Physical Demands & Competencies:

• Standing, walking, talking, sitting, use of hands & hearing
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, etc.
• Heavy work that includes lifting and/or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more
• Data Entry, telephone, reading/writing, reasoning, organizational, communication & math skills
• Safety & Product Knowledge
• Understanding of diagrams and schematics
• Intermediate diagnostic aptitude
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Wynne, and ET/SIS/SIS Web/STW
• Basic knowledge of Windows/Internet

Work Environment:

• Noise: Moderate
• Indoors and Outdoors
• Specific Risks: Works with moving, mechanical parts; may work in high places and be exposed to equipment vibration and fumes

Other Duties:

Job Offers are contingent upon all required pre-employment screenings which may include but are not limited to background checks, drug/alcohol testing, fit for duty testing, and any other job-related tests/screenings.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Wagner Equipment Co. is an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabled employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.