Heavy Equipment Road Technician
Cambridge
$32-$40/hr
Our client is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Road Technician to diagnose, maintain, and repair construction and aerial equipment at customer locations throughout the Cambridge and surrounding area.
This is a field-service position suited to someone with strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and experience working with diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems. The successful candidate will work independently on customer sites, complete repairs safely and efficiently, and help keep equipment operating with minimal downtime.
Benefits
Competitive hourly compensation of $32-$40/hr
Bonus opportunities
Paid vacation and personal time
Company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits
Life insurance coverage
Company vehicle
RRSP matching program
Annual uniform and personal protective equipment allowance
Employee wellness and retail discount programs
Internal technical training and career-development opportunities
Mentorship and apprenticeship opportunities
Supportive and safety-focused team environment
Responsibilities include:
Travel to customer and construction sites to service and repair equipment
Diagnose diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues
Repair skid steers, mini excavators, aerial lifts, reach equipment, and towable units
Complete inspections, preventative maintenance, adjustments, and field repairs
Read service manuals, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic schematics
Test equipment to confirm it is operating safely and correctly
Identify required repairs and replacement parts
Explain equipment issues, repairs, and safe operating procedures to customers
Provide technical support to other service technicians when needed
Complete service reports and update computerized maintenance records
Maintain tools, parts, inventory, and service vehicle organization
Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum three years of experience repairing heavy equipment, construction equipment, agricultural equipment, material-handling equipment, or similar machinery
Heavy equipment technician certification or related trade qualification is considered an asset
Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and mechanical components
Experience working with compact construction equipment or aerial equipment is preferred
Previous field-service or mobile repair experience is considered an asset
Ability to read technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic schematics
Strong mechanical aptitude and diagnostic ability
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Valid Ontario G driver’s licence with a clean driver’s abstract
Comfortable travelling to customer sites throughout the assigned service area
Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
Action-oriented and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced service environment
Strong communication and customer-service skills
Comfortable using computers, tablets, and electronic service-management systems
WHMIS and additional workplace health and safety training are considered assets
Must be able to safely wear a hard hat, steel-toed boots, high-visibility clothing, and safety glasses
