Technician - Level 1

About the Role

The Technician 1 position performs preventive maintenance and repairs on a variety of equipment, including aerial work platforms, general construction tools, and, at specialty locations, large generators, pumps, HVAC and oil‑&‑gas gear. The role focuses on safety‑first practices to minimize equipment downtime. • Develop new skills for a career track in service or operation management • May need to provide tools of trade

Key Responsibilities

• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸equipment repair
• ▸safety practices
• ▸tools provision
• ▸aerial platforms
• ▸oil‑gas

What You Bring

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED; trade‑school training is a plus. One to three years of experience servicing diesel, heavy‑construction, or specialty‑line equipment is strongly preferred. Successful candidates may need to provide their own tools and should possess knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems, as well as troubleshooting fundamentals. Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities in a fast‑paced environment is essential, and bilingual ability (Spanish or other) may be required depending on location. The job requires physical activity such as bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, and lifting 50 lb or more, both indoors and outdoors. Sunbelt Rentals is an equal‑opportunity employer and encourages qualified veterans to apply, recognizing many military occupational specialties that translate to this role. • Build skills by working on a variety of makes, models & equipment • High school diploma or GED required; trade‑school training desired • 1–3 years of technician experience with diesel, heavy‑construction, or specialty‑line equipment preferred • Knowledge of hydraulic systems and troubleshooting fundamentals • Knowledge of electrical systems and troubleshooting fundamentals • Ability to be flexible with changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment • Bilingual (Spanish or other) may be required based on location

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸trade school
• ▸diesel experience
• ▸hydraulics
• ▸electrical
• ▸bilingual

Benefits

Sunbelt Rentals aims to be the customer's first choice in equipment rental, offering a vast fleet of pumps, scaffolding, and construction tools, backed by a knowledgeable staff. The company invests in its workforce with competitive benefits and extensive on‑the‑job training, and it operates over 1,000 locations across North America. Base pay ranges from $18.99 to $26.11 per hour, with the exact rate depending on factors like location, education, and experience. Full‑time employees become eligible for benefits after 30 days, including health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and various insurance options. • Work with an incredible team of people in a safety-focused environment • Health, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) matching contribution • Volunteer time off and paid parental leave • Short‑term and long‑term disability, accident, life, and travel insurance • Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program • Paid vacation (12–25 days), sick days, holidays, floating and inclusion days • Length‑of‑service awards

Work Environment

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