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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
Salary : $30 - $45