Heavy Equipment Technician II

Waverly, VA, United States · Full time

 

Heavy Equipment Technician II – 1st Shift | Up to $40/hr
Top Waste Collection Service Provider – Career Growth | Benefits | Monday–Friday Schedule

We're hiring a
Heavy Equipment Technician II
to join the maintenance team of one of the nation’s leading waste collection companies. If you’ve worked with yellow iron or have strong diesel or automotive repair experience (especially with light/medium-duty trucks), this is a great opportunity to grow into a heavy equipment role with full support, paid certifications, and advancement.

Why You’ll Want This Job:

  • Up to $30/hr
    based on experience

  • 1st Shift – Monday through Friday

  • Full Benefits
    including 401k with match, Tool Allowance, Paid Training, and Certification/Education Assistance

  • Work for a
    globally recognized equipment manufacturer
    with long-term growth potential

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the
    inspection, maintenance, and repair
    of a variety of heavy-duty equipment and trucks

  • Perform basic diagnostics and troubleshoot
    mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues

  • Conduct
    routine preventive maintenance
    per mileage, time, and usage schedules

  • Support senior technicians with
    brake, engine, and chassis system repairs

  • Document work performed and ensure repairs meet DOT and internal safety standards

  • Use tools and equipment including
    gauges, grinders, and measuring instruments

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 1–2 years of Yellow Iron equipment experience
    OR
    3 years of diesel or automotive technician experience, ideally with some truck repair exposure

  • Basic understanding of
    hydraulic systems
    and mechanical troubleshooting

  • Willingness to learn and grow into more advanced repair work

  • Valid driver’s license with a
    clean driving record
    over the past 3 years

  • High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training is a plus

Ready to take your skills to the next level in a high-demand trade?
Apply today and join a team that invests in your development and rewards your work.

 

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