Heavy Equipment Technician

Company: Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment
Location: Laurel
Posted on: May 11, 2025

Job Description:

As a leading dealer of equipment in the nation, we're on the lookout for an experienced Industrial Equipment Technician to join our Compactor team.

In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of our equipment-everything from repairing motors and pumps to fabricating chutes and installing cardboard balers. If you have a strong background in welding, electrical troubleshooting, hydraulics, and mechanical repairs, this is your opportunity to take your skills to the next level.

Ready to tackle new challenges and grow your expertise? Apply today and GEAR UP for success!

We offer perks like:

• $250 Quarterly Tool Allowance
• $200 Annual Boot Allowance
• Work-Life Balance: Monday-Friday from 7:30a - 4:00p (NO WEEKENDS)
• Company-provided uniforms
• Competitive Hourly Pay (NO FLAT RATE)
• Vendor-exclusive training As an Industrial Equipment Mechanic, your responsibilities include:
  • Ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols such as lockout/tagout, fire watch, and fall protection measures.
  • Expertly repairing and replacing essential components like motors, pumps, cylinders, and valves to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Diligently following equipment requirements and maintenance schedules to uphold performance standards.
  • Skillfully utilizing torches and cutting tools to remove old chutes, guide rails, and other elements as needed.
  • Installing and configuring trash compactors, fabricating chutes, and setting up cardboard balers as required to meet operational demands.
  • Willingness to tackle additional tasks as assigned to support team objectives. Benefits:
    • Competitive Experience Based Pay
      • Level 2 Technician: $27.00-$32.00/Hourly
      • Level 3 Technician: $33.00-$45.00/Hourly
      • Excellent Benefits, Including Medical, Dental, Vision, & More
      • Generous Paid Time Off: Accrue two weeks of PTO during your first year
      • 401K with Company Match
      • Employee Referral Program
      • Employee Assistance Program Qualifications:
        • Mechanical aptitude: Natural knack for understanding and working with mechanical systems.
        • Valid driver's license: Maintaining a current license and safe driving record for operating company vehicles.
        • Mechanical proficiency: Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices for mechanical tasks.
        • Welding and cutting experience: Prior involvement in basic welding, cutting, and layout operations for repairs. Physical Requirements:
          • Ability to work comfortably in tight spaces as needed.
          • Adaptability to varied environmental conditions, indoors and outdoors.
          • Ability to kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, and reach effectively.
          • Capability to lift and move objects weighing more than 50 lbs. unassisted.
          • Independence in entering and exiting various vehicles as required.
          • Willingness to pass a DOT physical exam for safety compliance. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Keywords: Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment, Alexandria , Heavy Equipment Technician, Professions , Laurel, Virginia