What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Heavy Equipment Technician position at Systematic Business Consulting?
Senior Heavy Equipment Technician - Up to $55/hr, plus TWO $5K bonuses in the first year!!
Central Location: Northern New Jersey, with some regional travel
Job Summary: The Senior Heavy Equipment Technician is responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction equipment and related systems.
A successful Senior Heavy Equipment Technician will:
- Enjoy solving complex equipment issues, mentoring junior technicians, and supporting customers throughout the equipment lifecycle.
- Possess advanced hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and diesel troubleshooting skills and be capable of working independently in both shop and field environments.
- Have experience across construction, drilling, foundation, crane, mining, and/or rental fleet equipment industries.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, fuel, and control systems.
- Conduct preventive maintenance services including fluid changes, lubrications, inspections, and minor diesel engine repairs.
- Diagnose and repair complex equipment issues using schematics, diagnostic tools, and technical documentation.
- Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and repair documentation.
- Travel to customer job sites as needed to perform equipment repairs, maintenance, commissioning, and operator training.
- Serve as a mentor and technical resource for apprentice and junior technicians.
- Assist customers with equipment operation, maintenance best practices, and troubleshooting guidance.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company policies and industry standards.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to maintaining a high-performing service team.
Minimum Qualifications
- 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.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- US Citizen / Permanent Resident with valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous mentoring, training, or leadership experience.
- Experience working independently in both shop and field service environments.
- Experience supporting pile driving, drilling, foundation, or shoring equipment.
If this piques your interest and you are looking to make a change in your current environment, then let me know ASAP and be sure to send your most up-to-date resume, with your response!!
~Martinez
I.G. "Martinez" Martinez
Talent Acquistion Expert
Systematic Business Consulting | “An Inc. 5000 Company”
systematicbc.com
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Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Describe your experience working troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic construction systems:
- Describe your experience working troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining diesel engine systems:
- Are you a US Citizen or Permanent Resident?
- Describe your experience working on construction, drilling, foundation, crane, mining, and/or rental fleet equipment:
Experience:
- Construction Equipment : 7 years (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $45 - $55