Senior Heavy Equipment Technician / Mechanic
Location: Northern New Jersey w/ Regional Travel
Pay: Up to $55.00 per hour based on experience/qualifications
Join a Leader in Foundation Construction Equipment
We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Heavy Equipment Technician / Mechanic to join our team, out of northern New Jersey. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional who enjoys diagnosing complex equipment issues, performing hands-on repairs, and mentoring the next generation of technicians.
Financial Rewards & Incentives
Incentives
- $5,000 Sign-On Bonus after completion of 120 calendar days
- $5,000 One-Year Anniversary Bonus
- Profit Sharing, and more…
What You'll Do
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and fuel systems on heavy construction equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, fluid changes, and minor diesel engine repairs
- Read and interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics
- Maintain accurate service records and repair documentation
- Travel to customer job sites within the assigned region as needed for equipment service, repairs, and operator training
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company and industry standards
- Provide customers with guidance on equipment operation and maintenance best practices
Qualifications
Required
- **7+ years of heavy equipment repair experience, **across the construction, drilling, foundation, crane, mining, or rental fleet equipment industries.
- Strong electrical diagnostics experience including reading schematics and troubleshooting electrical systems.
- Strong hydraulic troubleshooting and repair experience.
- Experience with diesel engines and preventative maintenance.
- Familiarity with CAN bus and PLC troubleshooting knowledge.
- Prior experience training or mentoring technicians.
- Demonstrated communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- US Citizen / Permanent Resident with valid driver's license.
You should be proficient in:
- Hydraulic Systems & Components
- Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
- Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
- Equipment Repair & Maintenance
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- drilling machines
- heavy equipment
- piling machines
- mobile cranes