Heavy Equipment Technician

Job Description Our client is growing and looking for a Diesel Technician to service and maintain a mixed fleet of heavy construction equipment used across active job sites and yard operations. This role supports uptime for critical machinery such as excavators, dozers, scrapers, cranes, haul trucks, and support vehicles. Equipment You'll Work On Excavators: Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo, Hitachi Dozers: John Deere, CAT, Case Wheel Loaders & Skid Steers: Bobcat, CAT, Deere Articulated & Off-Road Trucks: Volvo, CAT, Terex Cranes & Boom Trucks: Grove, Manitowoc, Tadano Graders, Rollers & Compactors: Hamm, Sakai, Deere Support Fleet: Service trucks, diesel pickups, trailers, generators, compressors Responsibilities Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components Perform field service calls and shop-based repairs on heavy machinery Conduct preventative maintenance, fluid checks, and component replacements Use diagnostic tools/software (CAT ET, Cummins Insite, John Deere Service Advisor, etc.) Maintain service logs and communicate equipment status with supervisors Troubleshoot issues involving hydraulics, DEF systems, emissions, and drivetrains Follow safety procedures and environmental regulations on and off the jobsite Required Experience & Qualifications 3+ years of diesel technician or heavy equipment mechanic experience Strong hydraulic, electrical, and engine diagnostics knowledge Ability to service multiple brands and machine types Experience in construction, civil, or heavy industrial environments preferred CDL or ability to obtain is a plus Basic welding or fabrication experience is a bonus Keywords Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Technician, CAT, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo, Dozer Mechanic, Excavator Repair, Field Service Technician, Construction Fleet Maintenance SourceLine is a flat-fee direct hire recruiting agency specializing in skilled trades and technician staffing. We recruit for the RV, Marine, Powersports, Heavy Truck, Heavy Equipment, Logistics, and Solar industries nationwide. Our model eliminates commissions and percentage-based fees-every hire is a transparent, fixed cost with a 30-day candidate guarantee. From diesel techs and equipment mechanics to service managers and regional operations roles, SourceLine connects employers with qualified talent fast.

Created: 2026-03-04