Field Technician (Mechanic)
At EquipmentShare, we’re assembling the best team to build something that’s never been built before. We’re on a mission to transform the construction industry by empowering contractors and communities through innovative technology, real-time support, and a team that truly cares.
About the role
We’re hiring a Heavy Equipment Field Technician (Mechanic) at our rental facility in Salem, OR. You’ll provide maintenance and repair for a variety of customer and company-owned heavy equipment machinery and aerial lifts, working on the newest fleet in the industry. This role is subject to on-call scheduling with additional compensation provided.
Responsibilities
- Use our tech to create, assign, and monitor work orders, track machine service intervals, order parts, and diagnose issues faster by pulling data from hundreds of makes and models
- Practice safe job practices for repairing equipment
- Use technology (laptops and tablets) comfortably
- Maintenance and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on a variety of rental and customer equipment and tools while using a high degree of independent judgment
- Assist in the training of lower level technicians as needed
- Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work performed (work orders) in a complete and timely manner on a daily basis
- Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts
- Be knowledgeable of OSHA requirements (preferred)
- Travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance of rental or customer-owned equipment; must maintain service vehicle in a clean and professional manner
- Year-round company-provided OEM training
- Other duties, as assigned
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime pay after working 40 hours.
Benefits
- Monthly Family Dinner Night — We treat you and your family to dinner every month (*restrictions apply)
- Competitive compensation
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Generous PTO + paid holidays
- 401(k) + company match
- Tool and boot reimbursements (role dependent)
- Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
- Company events, food truck nights, and monthly team dinners
- 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year
- Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities
- Access to industry-leading diagnostic tools
Requirements
- Must own tools applicable to position
- Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools
- Extensive knowledge of construction equipment with an advanced understanding of schematics and diagrams
- Superior customer service, teamwork, and verbal/written communication skills
- High School diploma (Trade school certificate preferred)
- Experience in field service, maintenance, and repair preferred
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record; must be at least 21 years old to operate company vehicle
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to move, stand, stoop, and bend freely
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
- Field Technicians may be required to be clean-shaven to enter worksites for EquipmentShare customers who have this requirement
This is a safety-sensitive position and any offer of employment will be contingent on passing a 10-panel drug screen.
About You
You want to be part of a team that’s transforming the construction industry to make it safer, more secure, and more productive. You bring grit, heart, and humility to your work and are excited about growing within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. We’re looking for people who:
- See challenges as opportunities
- Embrace change and continuous improvement
- Bring energy, effort, and optimism every day