Field Service Diesel Mechanic

The role

Mobile Diesel Technicians will travel to customer locations in a take-home service truck to perform maintenance and repairs. You will work on heavy-duty trucks and specialized equipment including service cranes, roll-offs, street sweepers, and dump trucks.

What you will do

• Travel to customer sites in a service truck to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy-duty trucks and equipment.
• Work on service cranes, roll-offs, street sweepers, dump trucks, and other specialized equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, diesel engine, and related system issues using diagnostic equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, lubrication, tire and component replacement, and cooling system maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems including pumps, cylinders, valves, hoses, and PTO-driven systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems including wiring, sensors, and power.
• Complete complex repairs such as body swaps and hydraulic pump replacement.
• Maintain accurate electronic work orders documenting diagnostics, repairs, and parts used.
• Communicate with the Service Manager and team regarding diagnoses and repair needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications

• Experience diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty trucks and/or equipment
• Strong working knowledge of diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, brakes, drivetrains, and related mechanical systems
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems using diagnostic tools and a systematic approach
• Experience working with hydraulic systems, including pumps, cylinders, valves, hoses, and PTO-driven systems
• Ability to work independently in the field while communicating effectively with the Service Manager and team
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and diagnostic equipment
• Must have your own basic hand tools
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to frequently kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, and reach
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. without assistance
• Ability to safely get into and out of various vehicles and equipment
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

Nice to have

• Experience with MIG and stick welding
• Class A or B CDL

Benefits

• Take-home service truck
• Relocation Reimbursement for qualified candidates
• $1,000 Annual Tool Allowance ($250 per quarter)
• $200 Annual Boot Allowance
• Company-provided uniforms
• Manufacturer and vendor technical training
• 80 hours of PTO in your first year, increasing with years of service
• 8 hours of paid Personal Leave each year
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• MATE-funded HRA contribution toward medical deductible up to $3,000
• 401(k) with company match

Before you apply

• Must pass a DOT physical, including drug screening

About the company

Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment (MATE) provides field service for heavy-duty trucks and specialized equipment.