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Heavy Equipment Service Technician
Century Equipment Company – Durango, CO
Full-Time | Onsite / Field
Job Overview
Century Equipment Company is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Service Technician to join our team in Durango, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for the inspection, diagnostic troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repair of a wide range of heavy construction and industrial machinery.
The ideal candidate possesses strong mechanical aptitude, expertise in diesel engines and hydraulic systems, and proficiency with electronic diagnostic equipment (including multimeter/ohmmeter usage and OEM diagnostic software). If you take pride in technical accuracy, quality workmanship, and safety, we want to speak with you.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Perform thorough diagnostic evaluations on heavy machinery to identify mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical failures.
- Repairs & Overhauls: Complete repairs, component replacements, and system overhauls on diesel engines, transmissions, drive trains, hydraulic pumps/valves, and undercarriages in a timely manner.
- Electrical Diagnostics: Utilize diagnostic tools, multimeters, ohmmeters, and schematic diagrams to trace and resolve electrical circuit and sensor issues.
- Preventive Maintenance: Conduct routine machinery inspections, oil/fluid testing, filter changes, and regular PM servicing to prevent downtime.
- Work Orders & Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate records of service activities, work orders, parts usage, and repair descriptions.
- Customer & Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with service managers, parts specialists, and customers to explain diagnostic findings and repair recommendations.
- Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to OSHA, company safety protocols, and proper hazardous materials handling guidelines at all times.
- Field & Shop Support: Perform shop repairs and respond to field service calls using company-provided service trucks and tools as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: 2 years of hands-on experience in heavy equipment repair, diesel mechanics, or agricultural machinery maintenance.
- Technical Skills: Strong background in diesel engine diagnostics, hydraulic systems, power trains, and mobile electrical systems ($12\text{V}/24\text{V}$).
- Diagnostic Tools: Proficiency in using diagnostic software, handheld scan tools, ohmmeters, and digital multimeters.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50–70 lbs, work in outdoor weather conditions, and maneuver around heavy machinery safely.
- Licensing: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (Commercial Driver’s License - Class A or B preferred or willing to obtain).
- Tools: Must possess a standard set of heavy mechanic hand tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical degree or vocational certification in Diesel Technology or Heavy Equipment Repair.
- Factory certifications or prior experience with major equipment lines (e.g., CASE, Kubota, Caterpillar, John Deere, Bobcat).
- Basic welding and metal fabrication skills.
What We Offer
- Competitive Hourly Pay: $25.00 – $42.00 /hour (Based on experience & certifications)
- Overtime Opportunities
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Ongoing OEM Training and Career Advancement Pathways
- Service Truck and Specialty Tools Provided for Field Techs
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $85,000