Shop Equipment Mechanic

Sunstate Equipment Co.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Work boot allowance

Rent equipment for free

Prescription safety glasses

Vacation overtime averaging

Medical/dental/vision insurance after

Job summary

Sunstate Equipment Co. seeks a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel-powered construction and rental equipment in our San Antonio shop.

You will service hydraulic, electrical, and Tier 4 systems, perform preventative maintenance, and troubleshoot to identify root causes for durable repairs. We provide comprehensive benefits, six weeks of hands-on training, and ongoing mentorship during the first years.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a diesel mechanic with construction/heavy equipment or rental equipment.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems, electrical systems and wiring, diesel engines, and Tier 4 emissions systems.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with focus on root causes and durable repairs.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance and repairs on heavy construction or rental equipment.
• Basic understanding of CAN bus systems and use of diagnostic software.
• Familiarity with equipment such as boom lifts, scissor lifts, telehandlers, forklifts, and excavators.
• Must have a basic mechanic's tool set including metric and SAE hand tools, sockets, torque wrench, multimeter, pliers, screwdrivers, and hammers.
• Safety oriented with willingness to learn new equipment and repair techniques.

Skills

Diesel mechanic

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

CAN bus knowledge

Wiring schematics

Digital diagnostic tools

Tool proficiency

Safety awareness

Tools

Multimeter

CAN bus diagnostics tooling

Diagnostic software

Wiring diagrams

Manufacturer diagnostic procedures

Job description

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Sunstate Equipment Co.: Where Safety and People are Core Values!

We take care of our People and it shows!

Hiring Immediately; PAID WEEKLY!

Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday 7AM -5PM (Overtime Eligible)

Pay Range: Dependent upon Experience + Quarterly Branch Performance Bonus

Location: This position will be in the shop located in 6035 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78218

Exceptional Perks

• Uniforms Provided AND cleaned for FREE
• Work Boot Allowance
• Rent ANY of our equipment for FREE
• FREE Prescription Safety Glasses
• Unique Vacation Overtime Averaging benefit that pays you overtime while you're on vacation!
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility after first full month of employment.
• 401 Retirement Plan with up to 6% company match after 90 days.
• 7 Company paid holidays, 2 half days, + "My Holiday", paid day off annually to observe a holiday of your choice
• Two weeks of vacation PTO in your first year + sick leave and personal time accrued after 90 days.

Position Requirements

Sunstate is a proud Second Chance employer that evaluates every candidate on a case-by-case basis.

• 3+ years of experience as a diesel mechanic with a construction equipment, heavy equipment, equipment rental, or strong automotive diagnostics background.
• Intermediate experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems, electrical systems and wiring, diesel engines, and Tier 4 emissions systems. Understanding electrical flow is preferred.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes and efficiently repair equipment rather than simply replacing parts.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing malfunctions, and completing repairs on heavy construction or rental equipment.
• Basic understanding of CAN bus systems, computer diagnostic software, wiring schematics, and manufacturer diagnostic procedures.
• Experience working on or willingness to learn equipment such as boom lifts, scissor lifts, telehandlers, forklifts, skid steers, excavators, loaders, compressors, and other construction or rental equipment.
• Must possess a basic mechanic's tool set required to perform repairs. Typical tools include metric and SAE hand tools, sockets, ratchets, torque wrench, multimeter, pry bars, pliers, screwdrivers, hammers, and other common diagnostic and repair tools.
• Demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude, critical thinking skills, and a positive attitude with a willingness to learn new equipment, technologies, and repair techniques.
• Attention to detail when inspecting, servicing, testing, and repairing equipment to manufacturer specifications.
• Basic understanding of welding and fabrication methods is preferred.
• Safety oriented with a commitment to following Sunstate and industry safety standards while performing equipment repairs.
• Be willing and ready to learn. This position includes approximately six weeks of hands-on training with a trainer, followed by ongoing mentoring and development during the first one to two years as you continue building your diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.

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Why Choose Us?

At Sunstate, every employee is valued, respected, and fairly compensated. More importantly, every employee has a voice that deserves to be heard. We are working hard to challenge the typical ways of business and develop an environment where our employees feel safe, comfortable, and look forward to coming to work. No matter which location you visit, you can't help but feel the close-knit work-family environment.

We have strategically and organically grown our company from within, promoting from the ground up and providing employees with opportunities to explore their different passions within our own walls. This culture allows our people to develop valuable, marketable skills they can use throughout their career. Plus, with benefits like Baby Bonding, My Holiday vacation time, and discounts on everything from movie tickets to cell phone bills, we're constantly evolving our resources to provide our people with tools to make their lives easier!

Be YOU at Sunstate

At Sunstate Equipment, we are actively fostering a workplace culture where individuals of all identities and life experiences feel genuinely valued, respected, and appreciated. As a proud equal-opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We recognize and celebrate the unique perspectives they bring, with the understanding that they are the fuel for the innovative ideas that drive the evolution of our industry

Sunstate Equipment Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

A Drug Free Workplace and Participates in E-Verify