Equipment Mechanic - Field

Overview

Field equipment mechanic repairing heavy machinery for utilities and telecom.

Key Responsibilities

• unit inspections
• component replacement
• safety compliance
• vehicle operation
• technical troubleshooting
• documentation

Tasks

-Perform Unit Condition Inspections and Reports -Perform replacement of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components -Perform all tasks in a manner fully consistent with Altec Safety practices and procedures -Drive motor vehicles -Advise supervisors of situations that may impact a customer relationship -As needed, provide basic tools per the Altec tool policy -Maintain work area in a safe, clean, and orderly manner -Develop basic computer skills with Microsoft office -Utilize all technical support resources (such as operator, parts, and maintenance manuals, HowFactory, etc.) in troubleshooting, determining procedures, and identifying parts needed for repair -Provide accurate and sufficient information on all required documents

Requirements

• heavy equipment
• mech/elec/hydraulic
• customer service
• physical
• high school
• overtime

What You Bring

-Education in mechanics, electrical and/or hydraulic systems -Physical effort to move objects and tools that may weigh up to 75 pounds; frequent stooping, bending, squatting, and kneeling -Ability to support customer by working overtime -Previous experience as a mechanic or technician, with a focus on heavy equipment -Strong interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills -Experience with aerial devices, digger derricks, chippers, cranes; or construction, mining, farm equipment such as excavators, skid steers, dozers or tractors; or military heavy equipment such as the MRAP vehicle, HMEE, or tanks; aircraft and aerospace or ground support equipment (AGE/GSE) or similar -A high level of dexterity -High School Diploma, state-approved High School Equivalency, or GED -A career with an OEM in an Essential Industry supporting utilities and telecom

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Benefits

-Multi-level technician career progression program -Wellness Rewards Program -Prescription Safety Glasses -Paid Vacation and Holidays -Tuition Reimbursement -You will have a state-of-the-art company service vehicle, customer interaction, and a flexible schedule -Potential to work overtime -Retirement 401(k) Program -Competitive compensation that rewards performance -Life Insurance -Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program -On-demand access to technical support, direct parts, and engineering -Ongoing training on Altec equipment -Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care, matching 401(k), company-paid Basic Life, wellness programs, company events, paid vacation

About Altec

-Born in 1929, it grew from a small utility equipment business into a global brand. -Public and private fleets rely on its signature bucket trucks, cranes, digger derricks and aerial devices to connect communities. -Over the decades it evolved into multiple divisions—from manufacturing and rental to capital services—under a unified holding structure. -Bolstered by strategic acquisitions, it blends in‑house fabrication with custom engineering across its North American facilities. -It pioneered fleet electrification and data‑driven fleet insights, integrating telematics and digital analytics into heavy equipment. -Flagship projects range from electrical utilities and telecom lines to tree‑care, signage maintenance and contractor fleets.

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