Service Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic)

💲 $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS - GET PAID TO JOIN A WINNING TEAM!NOW HIRING – SERVICE TECHNICIAN (HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC)
John Deere Large Construction & Forestry Equipment
📍 Location: Waterford, PA
⏱️ Urgent Hire – Experienced Technicians Wanted!

We’re putting real money on the table for experienced technicians who are ready to get to work.

Join our team and earn a $1,500 sign-on bonus—because we know skilled techs don’t come cheap, and we’re serious about bringing in the best.

💼 Job Type: Full Time | Hourly Non-Exempt | Monday–Friday
💲 Compensation: $25 to $30 Depends on Experience

🔧 READY TO BUILD A POWERFUL CAREER?

Five Star Equipment – Northern Pennsylvania and New York State’s premier John Deere Construction Equipment Dealer – has an immediate opening for a skilled Road Service Technician / Heavy Equipment Mechanic at our Waterford, PA location.

If you love big machines, solving tough mechanical problems, and working with a top-notch professional team, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

💥 WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We take care of our technicians – because YOU keep our customers moving!

• Ongoing John Deere Factory Training
• Competitive pay and advancement opportunities
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Modern, fully equipped service vehicles
• Complete uniform program with laundering & repair service
• Annual shoe allowance
• Annual tool allowance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable career with a growing industry leader

🛠️ WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As a Road Service Technician, you’ll be the expert our customers rely on to keep their heavy equipment running strong. performs on-site diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on heavy machinery (backhoes, loaders, dozers) to minimize downtime. Using specialized mobile service trucks, you will work in the field on hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• On-Site Diagnostics: Identifying malfunctions in hydraulic, engine, and electrical systems.
• Field Repair: Fixing equipment at job sites, including welding, part replacement, and troubleshooting.
• Preventative Maintenance: Performing routine service like oil changes and inspections.
• Safety Compliance: Ensuring all repaired equipment meets safety standards. 
• Working with the Service Advisor and Service Manager to provide accurate machine information, including:
  • Make, model, and serial number
  • Parts, tools, and supplies used
  • Identification of additional repairs needed

You’ll play a critical role in keeping our customers productive and their equipment operating at peak performance.

✅ WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

Experience & Technical Skills

✔️ 3–5 years of experience as a heavy equipment technician or mechanic

✔️ Proven ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment such as John Deere,  

       Caterpillar, Komatsu, Case CE, and more

✔️ Strong knowledge of engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems

✔️ Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic diagrams

✔️ Solid mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability

✔️ Must possess basic tools of the trade

✔️Physical Ability: Ability to work in varying outdoor conditions and handle heavy

       components.

Additional Requirements:

• Comfortable using laptop computers and basic software applications

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to work flexible hours when needed

• Willingness to work in various environmental conditions

• Ability to solve problems independently with little supervision

• Observe all speed limits, traffic laws and safety policies while operating company vehicles.

• Maintain required Commercial Driver’s License class for vehicle assigned and keep medical card updated, if required.

• Maintain accurate logs as required for driving; fuel tax, mileage, per truck class; accurately, neatly and completely.

• Perform daily pre-trip safety check and preventative maintenance on service vehicle, clean cab and wash vehicle.

 📌About Five Star Equipment

Five Star Equipment is the John Deere Construction & Forestry Dealer for Northern Pennsylvania and New York State, operating 7 locations across 57 counties. We provide premium equipment, parts, and service solutions backed by knowledgeable professionals who are committed to customer success.

Locations include: 

• Pennsylvania: Williamsport, Dunmore, Waterford
• New York: Kirkwood, Rochester, Syracuse, Orchard Park

🚀 READY TO JOIN THE FIVE STAR TEAM?

If you’re an experienced technician looking for a company that values your skills, invests in your future, and gives you the tools to succeed – we want YOU on our team!

👉 Apply today and power up your career with Five Star Equipment!

Five Star Equipment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $25 - $30