Equipment Mechanic

Equipment Technician

The Equipment Technician is responsible for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing lift equipment prior to shipment. This role involves troubleshooting all aspects of the equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic parts. The technician will also perform intensive repairs that standard technicians cannot manage.

Responsibilities

• Perform the test and inspection process for lift equipment, including proficiently troubleshooting and resolving electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components.
• Interpret blueprints and electrical schematics, utilizing any specialty tools as required.
• Assist in driving back defects to the point of origin and identify and assist in the implementation of corrective actions.
• Validate that the machine configuration aligns with the sales order and properly complete the EQC process.
• Effectively collaborate across all departments to assist in training new team members on processes and equipment functions.
• Use and train others on electronic devices, including EQC, MDS, JED, and AS400.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of mechanic experience on heavy or rental equipment.
• Experience with JLG lift equipment.
• Proficiency in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to drive, test, and conduct offline inspections on equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred quality control experience.

Why Work Here?

This position offers a direct hire opportunity with access to excellent internal benefits. The company operates in a stable industry and is a leading brand in the lift equipment space, experiencing significant growth in its business.

Work Environment

The work environment is an open-aired shop with a regular schedule from Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. Candidates must be available to work overtime as needed, which could include additional hours from Monday to Friday until 4:30 pm and mandatory Saturdays and/or Sundays, usually from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, depending on production needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jersey Village, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $29.45/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jersey Village, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2026.