Truck Service Field Technician

Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment•Glen Allen, VA

7d•$30 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment is hiring a Diesel Field Service Technician to support customers throughout Henrico County, Virginia. The technician travels to customer locations to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy-duty trucks and equipment, including service cranes, roll-offs, street sweepers, and dump trucks. Work includes preventative maintenance, diesel engine and mechanical repairs, hydraulic troubleshooting, and electrical repairs. The position offers $30–$40 per hour plus a $3-per-hour location differential, based on demonstrated skill level, with no flat-rate pay. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with no weekends. The role involves using diagnostic tools and technical resources, documenting work in electronic work orders, communicating with the Service Manager and team, and following safety procedures and manufacturer guidelines. Technicians must be able to work independently at customer locations and make sound repair decisions. The job requires working outdoors in varying weather, frequent kneeling, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching, and lifting and moving more than 50 pounds without assistance. Applicants must be able to safely enter and exit vehicles and equipment and pass a DOT physical, including drug screening. English reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension skills are required for safe job performance, communication, and documentation.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience working with hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, and hoses.
At least 3 years of automotive electrical troubleshooting and repair experience.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
Ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and diagnostic equipment.
Ability to work independently at customer locations and make sound repair decisions.
Must provide own tools.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to frequently kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, and reach.
Ability to lift and move more than 50 pounds without assistance.
Ability to safely get into and out of various vehicles and equipment.
Must pass a DOT physical, including drug screening.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to safely perform essential job functions, follow instructions, communicate, and complete job-related documentation.

Nice To Haves

Diesel engine repair experience.
MIG and stick welding experience.

Responsibilities

Travel to customer locations to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy-duty trucks and equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and related mechanical components.
Perform preventative maintenance and inspections to help ensure customer equipment is safe and operating reliably.
Diagnose and repair hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, hoses, and other hydraulic components.
Complete electrical repairs, cooling system maintenance, lubrication, tire service, and other mechanical repairs as needed.
Use diagnostic tools and technical resources to identify problems and complete repairs accurately.
Complete electronic work orders documenting diagnostics, repairs, and additional recommended work.
Communicate with the Service Manager and team about repair needs, parts, and additional support.
Follow safety procedures and manufacturer guidelines while completing quality repairs at customer sites.

Benefits

$250 quarterly tool allowance.
$200 annual boot allowance.
Up to $2,000 annual cold-weather retention incentive.
Company-provided uniforms.
Manufacturer and vendor technical training.
80 hours of PTO in the first year, increasing with years of service.
8 hours of paid Personal Leave each year in addition to PTO.
Paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
MATE-funded HRA contribution toward the medical deductible, up to $3,000.
401(k) with company match: 50% of the first 8% contributed, up to a maximum company match of $3,000 per year.
Company-paid $50,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
Company-paid Short-Term Disability.
Company-paid Long-Term Disability.
Employee Assistance Program and additional support resources for employees and their families.