Senior Fleet Mechanic: Diesel, Hydraulics & Electrical

Planet-Networks; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet-Networks is seeking an expert Fleet Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, rebuild, maintain, and repair a mixed fleet of construction and farm equipment. This senior, hands-on role requires advanced experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical and electronic controls, powertrain systems, chassis repair, and fabrication.

The ideal candidate will independently troubleshoot complex problems, determine root causes, and perform major repairs or rebuilds safely and correctly.

Qualifications

• Expert-level professional experience repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining construction and farm equipment.
• Proven experience rebuilding diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, drivetrains, and major components.
• Advanced knowledge of diesel, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, electronic, and control systems.
• Strong welding and metal fabrication skills.
• Ability to diagnose difficult or intermittent problems and perform major repairs safely.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and service manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics, maintenance, rebuilding, and repair on heavy equipment and attachments.
• Rebuild and overhaul diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, and drivetrains.
• Diagnose and repair chassis, steering, suspension, braking, cooling, fuel, exhaust, and powertrain systems.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, hoses, and PTOs.
• Troubleshoot electrical and control-system issues involving wiring, sensors, and modules.
• Perform welding, cutting, and metal fabrication as required.
• Service equipment such as excavators, skid steers, trenchers, tractors, and aerial devices.
• Use diagnostic software, scan tools, multimeters, and pressure gauges to verify repairs.
• Respond to breakdowns and complete shop or field repairs as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to identify developing problems.
• Identify safety concerns and remove unsafe equipment from service until repaired.
• Read and interpret service manuals and schematics.

Skills

Diesel engines

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Diagnostic skills

Education

None stated

Tools

Diagnostic software

Scan tools

Multimeters

Pressure gauges

Job description

Planet-Networks is seeking an expert Fleet Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, rebuild, maintain, and repair a mixed fleet of construction and farm equipment. This senior, hands-on role requires advanced experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical and electronic controls, powertrain systems, chassis repair, and fabrication.

The ideal candidate will independently troubleshoot complex problems, determine root causes, and perform major repairs or rebuilds safely and correctly.