Service Tech

Five Star Equipment•Waterford Township, PA

5d•$25 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

NOW HIRING – SERVICE TECHNICIAN (HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC) John Deere Large Construction & Forestry Equipment. Urgent Hire – Experienced Technicians Wanted! This is a Full Time | Hourly Non-Exempt | Monday–Friday position. Five Star Equipment – Northern Pennsylvania and New York State’s premier John Deere Construction Equipment Dealer – has an immediate opening for a skilled Road Service Technician / Heavy Equipment Mechanic at our Waterford, PA location. If you love big machines, solving tough mechanical problems, and working with a top-notch professional team, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! As a Road Service Technician, you’ll be the expert our customers rely on to keep their heavy equipment running strong. performs on-site diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on heavy machinery (backhoes, loaders, dozers) to minimize downtime. Using specialized mobile service trucks, you will work in the field on hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems. You’ll play a critical role in keeping our customers productive and their equipment operating at peak performance.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience as a heavy equipment technician or mechanic
Proven ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment such as John Deere, Caterpillar, Komatsu, Case CE, and more
Strong knowledge of engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic diagrams
Solid mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
Must possess basic tools of the trade
Ability to work in varying outdoor conditions and handle heavy components.
Comfortable using laptop computers and basic software applications
Strong communication skills
Ability to work flexible hours when needed
Willingness to work in various environmental conditions
Ability to solve problems independently with little supervision

Responsibilities

Performs on-site diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on heavy machinery (backhoes, loaders, dozers) to minimize downtime.
Works in the field on hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems using specialized mobile service trucks.
Identifies malfunctions in hydraulic, engine, and electrical systems.
Fixes equipment at job sites, including welding, part replacement, and troubleshooting.
Performs routine service like oil changes and inspections.
Ensures all repaired equipment meets safety standards.
Works with the Service Advisor and Service Manager to provide accurate machine information, including: Make, model, and serial number, Parts, tools, and supplies used, Identification of additional repairs needed.
Observes all speed limits, traffic laws and safety policies while operating company vehicles.
Maintains required Commercial Driver’s License class for vehicle assigned and keeps medical card updated, if required.
Maintains accurate logs as required for driving; fuel tax, mileage, per truck class; accurately, neatly and completely.
Performs daily pre-trip safety check and preventative maintenance on service vehicle, cleans cab and washes vehicle.