Service Technician

Stephenson Equipment Inc; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Factory training and professional dev.

Tool allowance

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

ESOP eligibility after 1 year

Job summary

Stephenson Equipment, Inc. is seeking a Service Technician for our Harrisburg, PA shop to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment, ensuring safety and reliability for customers.

You will work with a diverse fleet including woodchippers, pavers, excavators, and more, using diagnostic tools, reading manuals, and collaborating with a safety-focused team to deliver peak performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience with heavy equipment repairs.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret safety rules, manuals, and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and service documentation.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment and industrial machinery.
• Replace worn parts and perform preventive maintenance.
• Operate and test equipment for safe performance.
• Use diagnostic tools and manuals to identify issues.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Perform welding and fabrication as needed.
• Read blueprints and schematics for service procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Collaborate with team and communicate with coworkers.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical systems

Diagnostics with equipment

Blueprints & schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tech school or vocational diesel/heavy equipment training

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Description

Are you a skilled technician who enjoys diagnosing mechanical problems and keeping heavy equipment running at peak performance? SEI is looking for a Service Technician to join our team and help deliver safe, reliable equipment that keeps our customers productive.

If you enjoy solving complex mechanical challenges and take pride in quality workmanship, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career with SEI.

Who We Are

Stephenson Equipment, Inc. has been an industry leader in Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, D.C., and Virginia since 1957, providing sales, rentals, parts, and service for construction equipment, cranes, paving, road building, and road maintenance equipment.

What You'll Do

As a Service Technician in our Construction Equipment shop in Harrisburg, PA, you'll play a critical role in keeping our customers' equipment operating safely and reliably. You'll diagnose, repair, maintain, and service a diverse fleet of specialized equipment, including woodchippers, asphalt pavers, trailers, excavators, grinders, dumpers and more all while working in a collaborative, safety-focused environment. If you enjoy troubleshooting complex mechanical challenges, take pride in quality workmanship, and want to work on industry-leading equipment that supports essential public services, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career with SEI.

In this role, you will:

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment and industrial machinery.
• Replace worn or damaged parts and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Operate and test equipment to ensure safe and efficient performance.
• Use diagnostic tools and technical manuals to identify mechanical issues.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Perform welding and fabrication repairs as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and service records.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Work effectively in a team environment and communicate with coworkers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined technician who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment. The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and works well both independently and as part of a team.

Successful candidates will have:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and service documentation.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment and precision measuring tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple repair priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join SEI?

• Competitive Pay.
• Factory Training and ongoing professional development.
• Tool Allowance.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• ESOP eligibility after 1 year's tenure, and 1000 hours worked.

Requirements

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid driver's license.
• Prior experience working on heavy equipment.
• Ability to safely perform equipment repairs using hand and power tools.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

Preferred

• Technical school or vocational education in diesel technology, heavy equipment, or a related field.
• Experience with computerized engine diagnostic and calibration equipment.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Experience maintaining service records and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Previous experience working with construction, paving, road building, or public works equipment.

Stephenson Equipment, Inc is an EEO employer and values diversity.