Heavy Equipment Technician (Mechanic) Apprentice

EquipmentShare•Oxford, AL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

EquipmentShare is hiring an Apprentice Heavy Equipment Shop Technician (Mechanic) at its rental facility in Oxford, Alabama. The role involves maintaining and repairing a variety of rental and customer equipment and tools, including complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems, while applying independent judgment and safe work practices. The apprentice will document completed work, assist with equipment and parts delivery, and may travel to customer sites for field repairs when required. The position includes year-round company-provided OEM training and may involve on-call scheduling with additional compensation. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; overtime pay is provided after 40 hours worked. Applicants must own applicable tools, have strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of construction equipment, and be able to interpret schematics and diagrams. A high school diploma is required; a trade school certificate and experience in field service, maintenance, and repair are preferred. A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required. Employment is contingent on passing a background check, and this safety-sensitive role also requires passing a 10-panel drug screen.

Requirements

Must own tools applicable to the position.
Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools.
Knowledge of construction equipment and an advanced understanding of schematics and diagrams.
Strong customer service, teamwork, and verbal and written communication skills.
High school diploma.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to move, stand, stoop, and bend freely.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Must pass a 10-panel drug screen as a condition of employment for this safety-sensitive position.
Employment is contingent on passing a background check.

Nice To Haves

Trade school certificate preferred.
Experience in field service, maintenance, and repair preferred.
Knowledge of OSHA requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

Practice safe job practices when repairing equipment.
Use technology such as laptops and tablets comfortably.
Maintain and repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on rental and customer equipment and tools, using a high degree of independent judgment.
Assist in training lower-level technicians as needed.
Complete paperwork and electronic documentation of work performed, including work orders, accurately and on time each day.
Assist with equipment and parts pickup and delivery.
When required, travel to customer job sites to repair or maintain rental or customer-owned equipment.
Maintain a clean and professional service vehicle when working as a field mechanic.
Complete year-round company-provided OEM training.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Monthly family dinner night, subject to restrictions.
Competitive compensation.
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
401(k) with company match.
Tool and boot reimbursements, depending on role.
Gym membership stipend and wellness programs, with opportunities to earn PTO and prizes.
Company events, food truck nights, and monthly team dinners.
16 hours of paid volunteer time per year.
Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities.
Additional compensation for on-call scheduling.
Overtime pay after working 40 hours.