Technician - Construction Equipment

Central-Power-Systems-; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Training & Professional Development

Positive and productive work enviro n

Job summary

Central Power Systems & Services is seeking a Construction Equipment Technician to perform repairs and preventive maintenance on a full line of construction equipment in Texas. You will diagnose issues, follow OEM specifications, and interact with customers, vendors, and factory reps to ensure quality service.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in equipment repair, a valid CDL Class A, and strong mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• 2+ years construction equipment repair experience.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Class A CDL.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to read OEM specifications and schematics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform all levels of repair and preventive maintenance on a full line of construction equipment.
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting for both minor and major repairs.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, vendors and factories.
• Perform repairs within established labor time guides.
• Achieve >90% efficiency rating while maintaining quality of workmanship.
• Create detailed parts and labor repair scopes for quoting.
• Read electrical and hydraulic schematics, technical blueprints, service and parts diagrams.
• Be a self-starter, prioritize tasks, stay organized and work with minimal supervision.
• Willing to work overtime and be on a rotating on‑call list.
• Perform pre and post trip inspections on service trucks per DOT regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Diesel engines

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title: Construction Equipment TechnicianReporting to: Service ManagerDepartment: ServiceCentral Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954.Our Mission Statement is forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support. We live that statement every single day. We are looking for a Construction Equipment Technician to help support that mission.RESPONSIBILITIESPerform all levels of repair and preventative maintenance on full line of construction equipmentDiagnostic and troubleshooting for both minor and major repairsBuild and maintain customer, vendor and factory relationshipsPerform repairs within established labor time guidesAchieve over 90% efficiency rating while maintaining quality of workmanshipCreate detailed parts and labor repair scopes for quotingRead and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics, technical blueprints, service and parts diagramsMust be a self-starter with ability to prioritize tasks, stay organized, and stay on task with minimal supervision, ability to communicate well with the Service and Parts Teams.Must be willing to work overtime if needed and be on a rotating on-call listPerform pre and post trip inspections on service trucks per DOT regulationsPossession of or ability to obtain a Class A CDLOther duties as assignedBenefitsCompetitive PayMedical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance401k with company matchPaid Time OffTraining & Professional DevelopmentPositive and productive work environmentPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS3-5 years’ experience as a preventative maintenance technician with construction equipment2-4 years' experience as construction equipment technicianAbility to follow Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications.Advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting capabilities for all major and minor repairs of construction equipmentExperience with Develon, Liebherr and Takeuchi products preferredExcellent knowledge and experience in the following areasHydraulicsElectrical SystemsVarious Diesel EnginesBASIC QUALIFICATIONS2+ Years of Construction Equipment Repair ExperiencePossession of or ability to obtain class A CDLMechanical AptitudeHigh School Diploma or GEDAbility to Provide Basic Hand ToolsGood Communications Skills both Verbal and WrittenCritical Thinking, Trouble-Shooting and Problem-Solving SkillsStamina, Attention to Detail and Safety AwarenessVocational Training or ApprenticeshipWORK CONDITIONSPhysical Demands/Work Environment:This position regularly requires walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing stairs. It also often requires pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting 50+ lbs. and working in a variety of weather conditions and noise levels. This list is not meant to cover every possible scenario but simply provide an outline. Employees may be assigned other tasks as needed.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.CPS&S is a smoke-free and drug-free work environment. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen (including THC).Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire. You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. to be considered for this role.