Heavy Equipment Rental Field Technician

Papé Jobs•Santa Clarita, CA

1d•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

PAPE’ RENTS – VALENCIA, CA HEAVY EQUIPMENT RENTAL FIELD TECHNICIAN: Are you someone who thrives out in the field solving problems, turning wrenches, and helping customers stay up and running? If you take pride in high-quality work, value independence, and want to build a rewarding career, this is the opportunity for you. Pape’ Rents, a premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a skilled and driven Rental Field Technician to join our team. At Pape’, we invest in your growth. From robust training programs to continuous support, we equip our team members with the tools to succeed. In return for your hard work, we offer competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a strong work-life balance designed to support you and your family. Make a difference. Grow your career. Join the Pape’ Team! WHAT YOU’LL DO: As our Rental Field Technician, you’ll be the trusted expert keeping our customers’ material handling and construction equipment running at peak performance. You’ll travel throughout your assigned area of region, performing diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance right at customer locations. Your day-to-day work ensures maximum uptime for essential equipment and peace of mind for the people who rely on it. Each day, you’ll work on all makes and models of material handling and construction equipment, diagnosing and repairing a wide range of systems including electric forklift systems, LPG and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, carburetors, electrical and air systems, final drives, clutches, and more. Your responsibilities will also include accurately troubleshooting equipment issues, communicating clearly with customers, and ensuring high-quality service is delivered on every visit. You’ll also work with the Parts Department to identify, order, and return parts as needed to complete each job efficiently and effectively. Every day, imagine yourself behind the wheel of a fully equipped Pape’ service vehicle, navigating your territory with confidence, and ready to take on new challenges. You’ll be out in the field delivering expert service, performing high-quality repairs and maintenance on cutting-edge equipment, and building trusted relationships with customers who rely on your skill and professionalism to keep their operations moving. Your work isn’t just about fixing machines, it’s about being the dependable expert our customers count on to get the job done right the first time, every time.

Requirements

Knowledge of JLG and Genie and other AWP Equipment with the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Experience with electronic and hydraulic repairs.
Experience with diesel and gas engine repair.
Basic computer knowledge.
Self-motivation and Ability to work under little or no supervision.
Excellent communication and customer relations skills.
Driver’s license with a good driving record.
Must provide own tools.
Must be able to push, pull and/or lift up to 75lbs.
Must be comfortable working at heights.

Nice To Haves

Aerial experience is also preferred.
Experience working on John Deere equipment highly preferred.
CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

Performing diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance at customer locations.
Diagnosing and repairing a wide range of systems including electric forklift systems, LPG and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, carburetors, electrical and air systems, final drives, and clutches.
Troubleshooting equipment issues.
Communicating clearly with customers.
Ensuring high-quality service is delivered on every visit.
Working with the Parts Department to identify, order, and return parts as needed.