HEAVY EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTION MACHINERY • FULL-TIME HOURLY

Heavy Equipment Technician II/III

$35.00 - $45.00 / hr BOE • Full-Time | Benefits
Brentwood, New Hampshire • American Diesel Outfitters LLC®
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The Opportunity

American Diesel Outfitters LLC® is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic for a full-time opportunity with an established operation seeking a dependable, hands-on technician to diagnose, repair, service, and maintain a diverse fleet of heavy equipment and production machinery.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Heavy Equipment Technician or Diesel Mechanic who enjoys variety and wants to work on more than one type of machine. The position offers the opportunity to apply strong diagnostic and mechanical skills across a diverse range of heavy equipment and production machinery in a busy operating environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, service, and repair heavy equipment and production machinery.
  • Work on equipment including front-end loaders, tub grinders, log loaders, forklifts, packaging equipment, and other industrial machinery.
  • Inspect equipment to identify damaged, defective, worn, or failing components.
  • Remove, repair, replace, and install major mechanical and equipment components.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, general maintenance, oil changes, tire changes, inspections, and routine servicing.
  • Use service manuals, parts manuals, diagnostic software, and other technical resources to identify problems and determine appropriate repair procedures.
  • Safely and effectively use hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and other shop equipment.
  • Identify needed parts and maintain appropriate repair and maintenance supplies.
  • Maintain accurate written and digital records of inspections, repairs, maintenance, and equipment status.
  • Prioritize repairs based on equipment needs, operational requirements, and urgency.
  • Communicate equipment condition, repair status, anticipated completion times, and operational concerns clearly and professionally.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and keep tools and shop equipment in safe working condition.
  • Follow applicable OSHA requirements, safety procedures, and equipment repair regulations.
  • Work collaboratively with operators, drivers, yard personnel, maintenance personnel, and management, assisting with training new team members when needed.
  • Use company communication equipment, including a two-way radio and mobile phone, during working hours.

Candidate Requirements

Required Experience & Skills

  • Previous professional experience repairing and maintaining heavy equipment, diesel equipment, industrial machinery, or similar equipment.
  • Strong mechanical, diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to accurately diagnose mechanical problems and determine appropriate repair solutions.
  • Ability to read and understand service manuals, parts manuals, schematics, and technical documentation.
  • Ability to organize repair projects, manage time effectively, and prioritize urgent equipment repairs.
  • Comfortable working independently and making sound decisions in the field or shop.
  • Dependable work habits, weekend availability, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.
  • Professional communication and teamwork skills, with experience using electronic diagnostic tools or programs such as VisionLink or Diesel Laptop considered a plus.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 / hr BOE
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Dental Insurance & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance Coverage
Simple IRA Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Steve Levy

Steve Levy is the founder and principal of American Diesel Outfitters LLC, a premier national recruitment and technical consulting firm serving the heavy diesel, marine, Equipment and power generation industries.

Built on a foundation of absolute industry mastery, Steve brings decades of elite technical and corporate leadership experience to the talent acquisition sector. He is a master certified technician who has commanded every tier of the service ecosystem, from executing advanced diagnostics in the bay to providing director-level executive oversight for multi-million-dollar operations. His deep mechanical engineering expertise spans the industry's most complex, large-scale diesel systems, including heavy power platforms from Caterpillar, MTU, Cummins, and Detroit Diesel.

Throughout his career, Steve has built a reputation as a trusted partner to tier-one industrial operations and large, publicly traded companies. He thoroughly understands the rigorous regulatory, compliance, and top-tier talent benchmarks required to keep major enterprise infrastructure running at peak efficiency.

A veteran of the United States Army, Steve developed a rigorous foundation in heavy vehicle system mechanics and recovery operations. This background, combined with his extensive corporate service management tenure, forged his uncompromising standards for operational precision and mechanical excellence.

Today, Steve leverages his field-proven mastery to provide a highly personalized, high-touch approach to technical recruitment. Rejecting automated AI screening and offshore labor, he personally vets and interviews every single candidate to ensure true technical competency and enterprise alignment. Based in Groveland, Florida, Steve remains dedicated to bridging the technical skills gap and defending elite standards for corporate partners nationwide.

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