Senior Mobile Equipment Mechanic & Field Diagnostics

Slaymaker Rentals; Washington, Northern (Washington County, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

HSA

Job summary

Slaymaker Rentals seeks a Mobile Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair our lift, excavator, and backhoe fleet. You will perform advanced diagnostics in shop and on customer sites, mentoring junior techs and supporting continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and dependable service. The ideal candidate has strong troubleshooting abilities, leadership skills, and the flexibility to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on quality

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proven mechanic experience with heavy equipment, diesel, or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, diesel, and mechanical systems.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Medical Card required.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Shop and field work environments are required.
• Preferred: vocational/technical certs, welding, or HVAC knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced repairs and maintenance on aerial and dirt equipment with minimal supervision.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools.
• Provide field service support at customer job sites and occasional equipment retrieval.
• Mentor junior technicians to support team development.
• Order parts, manage work orders, and track repair progress.
• Communicate with Service Manager and customers about repairs and timelines.
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards and company procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Leadership

Problem solving

Reliability

Multitasking

Communication

Safety adherence

Education

High school diploma

Vocational/technical cert

Welding experience

HVAC knowledge

Tools

Multimeters

Code scanners

Diagnostic software

Job description

Slaymaker Rentals seeks a Mobile Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair our lift, excavator, and backhoe fleet. You will perform advanced diagnostics in shop and on customer sites, mentoring junior techs and supporting continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and dependable service. The ideal candidate has strong troubleshooting abilities, leadership skills, and the flexibility to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on quality