Mobile Diesel Technician – Hydraulic Boom Trucks & Digger Derricks
About the Role:
Transwest Mobile Truck Repair is expanding into the Del Rio area, and we’re looking for an experienced Mobile Diesel Technician with 5+ years of diesel truck repair experience to be our first hire in the region. As the sole technician in this growing territory, you’ll be the face of Transwest for our customers, traveling to customer fleet locations in nearby cities, primarily Uvalde and Crystal City, to handle hydraulic and heavy-duty truck repairs on-site from a company-provided take-home service truck. You’ll be managed remotely, with no on-site manager, so we’re looking for a seasoned tech who takes ownership of their work, stays organized, and is comfortable making decisions in the field. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to help build a market from the ground up and grow with it.
What You’ll Do:
- Use your diesel repair experience to diagnose and repair heavy-duty trucks in the field
- Diagnose and repair Altec trucks, digger derricks, and hydraulic boom trucks
- Repair and replace hydraulic lines, hoses, fittings, and modular valves
- Troubleshoot and repair heavy-duty chassis systems, including air brakes
- Perform field repairs on equipment and heavy-duty trucks at customer locations
- Travel regularly to customer fleet sites in Uvalde, Crystal City, and surrounding areas
- Communicate clearly with customers about repairs, timelines, and findings
- Keep accurate records of work performed, parts used, and time on job
What We’re Looking For:
- 5+ years of experience in diesel truck repair
- 2–5 years of experience with hydraulic system repair
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record - REQUIRED
- Hands-on experience with heavy-duty trucks and air brake systems
- Experience with Altec, Terex, or similar boom truck and digger derrick systems strongly preferred
- Equipment repair experience in addition to heavy-duty truck work is a plus
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable working independently and being managed remotely
- Comfortable with regular travel to customer sites within the region
- Reliable, self-motivated, and able to manage your own schedule and workload
- Strong communication skills to keep your remote manager and customers updated
What We Offer:
- Take-home company service truck
- Full Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short/long term disability, life insurance options)
- Health savings account (HSA) w/ company match
- PTO AND Paid Holidays
- Remote support from an experienced management team
- Ground-floor opportunity to grow with the Del Rio market as we expand
Ready to be the first Transwest tech in Del Rio? Apply today and help us build this market from the ground up!
Transwest Mobile Truck Repair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
You should be proficient in:
- Hydraulics Experience
- Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems
- Hydraulic Systems & Components
- Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)