Senior Diesel Equipment Technician – Shop & Field

HOLT Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLT Group in San Antonio is seeking a Shop Service Technician - Outside Repairs to inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel-powered heavy equipment. The role supports the PSD department, requires mid-level expertise, and offers opportunities for mentoring teammates while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has four+ years of experience, can read schematics, and has proficiency with hand and pneumatic tools. Access to training paths and on-the-job growth is provided.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of diesel-powered heavy equipment repair experience preferred.
• Ability and knowledge to read/use schematics and diagrams is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Graduation from a diesel technology program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment malfunctions.
• Disassembles and assembles machine components to manufacturer’s specifications with hand, pneumatic, and specialty tools.
• Rebuilds, repairs, reconditions, and maintains equipment and components.
• Mentors and helps train other technicians.
• Maintains clean and safe work areas and completes repair documents on time.

Skills

Diesel repair

Heavy equipment

Troubleshooting

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Schematics reading

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Diesel technology training

Tools

Schematics reading

Job description

HOLT Group in San Antonio is seeking a Shop Service Technician - Outside Repairs to inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel-powered heavy equipment. The role supports the PSD department, requires mid-level expertise, and offers opportunities for mentoring teammates while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has four+ years of experience, can read schematics, and has proficiency with hand and pneumatic tools. Access to training paths and on-the-job growth is provided.