Earth Moving Equipment Road Technician 2
About The Position
The Earth Moving Equipment Road Technician 2 travels to customer job sites to diagnose and correct malfunctions in equipment within Earth Moving Services (EMS) categories. The role services and repairs equipment, including large hydraulic excavators, crawler dozers, articulated haul trucks, wheel loaders, motor graders, and heavy-duty on-road trucks. The technician represents Sunbelt Rentals professionally with customers, follows safety requirements, and communicates equipment issues to customers and supervisors. The position requires complex mechanical and electrical diagnostics, onsite repairs, and the ability to fabricate parts and equipment using processes such as torch cutting and arc welding. The technician also works with engine, transmission, hydraulic, and emissions systems; uses OEM or aftermarket diagnostic software; and follows safe rigging and lifting practices for large component removal and installation. Work may involve extended driving, loading and unloading heavy equipment, extreme weather, and night or weekend work. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a DOT medical card, MACS or equivalent air-conditioning training or certification, a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and ownership of mechanic’s tools and equipment. Four or more years of Earth Moving and similar-equipment experience is strongly preferred. Sunbelt offers eligible full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package and paid time off.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- DOT physical examination/medical card.
- MACS or equivalent air-conditioning training or certification.
- Must own and be able to effectively and safely use mechanic’s tools and equipment.
- Working knowledge of individual equipment design and safety requirements.
- Clear understanding of equipment safety and a high level of safety consciousness.
- Ability to communicate equipment issues and understand job assignments.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize work assignments and be flexible regarding assignments.
Nice To Haves
- Four or more years of experience with Earth Moving and similar equipment is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Service and oversee repairs of equipment to ensure it is in proper working condition at customer job sites.
- Diagnose complex mechanical equipment problems, troubleshoot, and perform onsite repairs as needed.
- Fabricate parts and equipment, including through torch cutting and arc welding, to meet shop and customer needs.
- Understand complex electrical schematics to diagnose wiring and electrical-component failures.
- Perform complex diagnostics on engine, transmission, hydraulic, and emissions systems, including using OEM and/or aftermarket diagnostic software.
- Use safe rigging and lifting practices when removing and installing large components.
- Communicate equipment issues effectively with customers and supervisors to support customer satisfaction.
- Perform other duties assigned by the manager.
- Follow company, governmental, and equipment-related safety requirements.
- Attend and participate in branch meetings.
- Prioritize work assignments and remain flexible regarding assignments.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) match.
- Volunteer time off.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Accident, life, and travel insurance.
- Flexible spending.
- Tuition reimbursement options.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Length of Service Awards.
- 12–25 vacation days depending on years of service.
- 5 sick days.
- 6 holidays and 2 half-day holidays.
- 2 floating holidays.
- 1 inclusion day.
- 1 volunteer day.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
