Senior Diesel Mechanic: Heavy Equipment & Powertrain Expert

Career; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical, dental and vision

401K with matching

20 PTO days

Referral bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Career is seeking a Diesel Mechanic Heavy Equipment, Forklift & Gen Set Specialist in Midland, TX. This full‑time, day‑shift role focuses on diagnosing, repairing and maintaining large diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, and CAN bus controllers.

You will perform inspections using detailed checklists, read schematics, log service records, troubleshoot equipment, read equipment manuals and coordinate with the Maintenance Manager to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Diagnostics & Troubleshooting identifies mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues with tools and testing equipment.
• Hydraulic Systems understanding of schematics, pumps, valves, and cylinders.
• Diesel Engine Repair & Maintenance handling large diesel engines, fuel systems, and emissions tech.
• Electrical & Electronic Systems reading wiring diagrams, repairing harnesses and CAN bus controllers.
• Powertrain Systems knowing transmissions, drivetrains, axles, and torque converters.
• Preventative Maintenance scheduling and performing PMs to reduce downtime.
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic Tool Operation using specialty tools for large machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance using detailed inspection checklists.
• Work with diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot forklifts, trucks, wheel loaders.
• Read electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Use computer maintenance programs to log service and parts.
• Interpret equipment service manuals as needed.

Skills

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

Hydraulic Systems

Diesel Engine Repair & Maintenance

Electrical & Electronic Systems

Powertrain Systems

Preventative Maintenance

Hydraulic and Pneumatic Tool Operation

Job description

Career is seeking a Diesel Mechanic Heavy Equipment, Forklift & Gen Set Specialist in Midland, TX. This full‑time, day‑shift role focuses on diagnosing, repairing and maintaining large diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, and CAN bus controllers.

You will perform inspections using detailed checklists, read schematics, log service records, troubleshoot equipment, read equipment manuals and coordinate with the Maintenance Manager to minimize downtime.