Job Description

Custom Truck One Source – Remote Field Mechanic LA 71303

Custom Truck One Source (CTOS) is hiring Field Service Technicians to support customers across Louisiana, Mississippi, East Texas, and Western Alabama.

30+ year industry leader with 40+ locations, 2,500+ employees, and a 10,000+ unit fleet supporting utility, telecom, rail, and construction markets

Field Service Mechanic – Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the field expert diagnosing and repairing specialized utility equipment
• Work on bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, service trucks, and related equipment
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain aerial, construction, and light/heavy-duty truck systems
• Perform inspections, troubleshooting, parts replacement, and repairs on rental, customer, and company units

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience with utility or heavy equipment (e.g., Caterpillar, John Deere, Komatsu, medium/heavy-duty trucks)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude in field environments

Travel & Work Environment

• Road warrior role covering Louisiana, Mississippi, East Texas, and Western Alabama
• Frequent overnight travel required (50%–80%+)
• Significant work along the Gulf Coast (oil, gas, and utility industries)

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License required; CDL Class B preferred

Compensation & Equipment

• Company-provided, fully equipped service truck (crane, welder, compressor)
• Company computer and credit card provided

Additional Details

• On-call rotation shared across 3–4 technicians (Monday–Sunday) with $250 on-call bonus
• Work mix: ~70% CTOS rental equipment, ~30% third-party work
• Includes DOT inspections and dielectric testing

You should be proficient in:

• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Hydraulics Experience
• ASE Automobile and Light Truck Certification Tests
• Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems
• Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
• Aerial & Utility Equipment Systems
• Current CDL License
• DOT & Equipment Inspection Compliance

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Diesel Engine (Detroit Diesel, Cummins, PACCAR)
• Diesel Vehicles (Ford)
• Crane (Konecranes, Terex, Manitowoc)
• Boom Truck (Terex, Altec, Elliott, National Crane, Load King, Manitex)
• Digger Derrick (Terex, Altec, Elliott)
• Boom Crane (Link-Belt, Manitowoc)
• Refuse Truck
• Service Truck