Technician III - Shop

Sunstate Equipment Co., LLC; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Free equipment rental

Safety glasses provided

Vacation overtime benefit

Holidays

Vacation time starts first year

Job summary

Sunstate Equipment Co., LLC in Lake Charles, LA is hiring a Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair construction equipment at the shop and in the field. The role offers a Monday – Friday schedule, overtime eligibility, and weekly pay based on experience.

You will troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions, and perform routine service, inspections, and record-keeping. A minimum of 3 years' diesel mechanic experience and your own tools are required; a rental background is

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience as a diesel mechanic with a construction equipment rental background preferred.
• Intermediate troubleshooting and diagnosing skills with electrical and hydraulic systems, diesel engines, including Tier 4.

Skills

Diesel mechanic

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Drive trains

Job description

Lake Charles

2525 Calcasieu Industrial Drive

Sulphur, LA 70665, USA

Description

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

We take care of our People and it shows!

Hiring Immediately Pay dependent on Experience; PAID WEEKLY!

Typical Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00PM (Overtime Eligible)

Pay Range: Dependent on Experience and discretionary quarterly branch performance bonus

Location: This role will be based in our shop in Lake Charles, LA with the occasional need to maintenance or repair equipment in the field.

• Uniforms Provided AND cleaned for FREE
• 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!
• As a Sunstate employee you can rent equipment for free!
• 7 Company paid holidays, 2 half day, + "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 after 90 days.

Required Skills & Experience

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

• A minimum 3+ years’ experience as diesel mechanic, with a construction equipment rental background preferred.
• Intermediate troubleshooting and diagnosing skills with electrical and hydraulic systems, diesel engines, including Tier 4 and aftertreatment systems.
• Experience performing major and minor repairs on diesel and gas engines, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, as well as drive trains is required.
• Must have the necessary tools you need to do the job; averaging $5,000+ in value.
• Inspect, service, and test equipment, ensuring performance to manufacturer specifications.
• Perform routine service on equipment which includes checking fluid levels, changing fluid and lubricating.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records on the maintenance and repair of equipment, including warranty records.
• Team-player, you work well supporting your team to achieve goals.
• You are a self-starter and motivated to be successful. Career growth is available!

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

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.