Shop Technician: Preventive Maintenance & Repairs

Home Depot; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Home Depot is seeking a skilled Equipment Technician to perform repairs, preventive maintenance, PDIs, and deployment of rental fleet machines including earth-moving, aerial, landscaping, and material handling equipment. You will document work orders, inspect gear, and ensure rental readiness for store deployment.

The role emphasizes safety, timely diagnostics, and effective communication with IT and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes clearly.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a related role.
• No additional education required beyond high school/GED.

Responsibilities

• Administrative work documenting all repair activity and parts usage.
• Perform inspections of aerial lift equipment and trailers.
• Perform preventive maintenance and pre-delivery inspections.
• Troubleshoot and repair small engines and components; replace wheels/tracks/tires.
• Adhere to safety protocols and operate forklift as needed.

Skills

Tech Savvy

Communicates Effectively

Customer Focus

Action Oriented

Decision Quality

Education

High School Diploma/GED

No additional education

Job description

Home Depot is seeking a skilled Equipment Technician to perform repairs, preventive maintenance, PDIs, and deployment of rental fleet machines including earth-moving, aerial, landscaping, and material handling equipment. You will document work orders, inspect gear, and ensure rental readiness for store deployment.

The role emphasizes safety, timely diagnostics, and effective communication with IT and operations teams.