Work Truck Equipment Technician Ashland, VA

Jul 20

Work Truck Equipment Technician

Now Hiring: Precision Mechanical Integration in Ashland, VA

Our client is seeking a skilled technician to install, maintain, and repair commercial work truck bodies and equipment. If you enjoy the satisfaction of seeing a vehicle arrive as a bare chassis and leave as a fully operational, mission-ready piece of equipment, this is your next career move. This is a mechanical truck-equipment position involving hydraulics, 12-volt electrical systems, welding, and equipment installation.

Please Note: This is not a structural steel, ironwork, or production welding position—the focus is on the precision integration of mobile equipment systems.

Core Responsibilities

Install and repair service bodies, dump bodies, flatbeds, liftgates, cranes, snow equipment, and related accessories.
Diagnose hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical problems.
Repair or replace pumps, cylinders, hoses, wiring, lighting, and equipment components.
Perform MIG welding and light-to-moderate fabrication for installations and repairs.
Read wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, service manuals, and installation instructions.
Inspect completed work for proper operation, quality, and safety.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Qualifications

Relevant experience with truck equipment, trailers, hydraulics, heavy equipment, fleet maintenance, automotive electrical systems, or a related mechanical field.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting ability and working knowledge of hydraulic and 12-volt electrical systems.
MIG welding experience.
Ability to safely operate applicable hand, power, and shop tools.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to perform essential job functions, including lifting up to 75 pounds and working in, around, and underneath vehicles.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.

You Aren't Just an Employee — You're an Owner

As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), every team member has a stake in our collective success. Your quality of work, efficiency, and dedication directly contribute to the value of the company and your own financial future.

Why Join the Team?

Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid vacation and holidays (after 60 days)
Ongoing training and advancement opportunities

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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.