Field Service Diesel Mechanic

Field Service Technician Mobile Diesel Mechanic

Keep the fleet rolling

When a bucket truck goes down on a utility right-of-way a crew is standing still and a deadline is ticking. Thats when you show up. If youd rather be out on the road solving real problems than stuck in the same bay every day we want you on our Fleet Services team.

Were looking for a self-motivated hardworking diesel technician who can diagnose under pressure fix it right the first time and keep crews safe. Youll travel between job sites across Atlanta GA (area) southern GA area and Tennessee working on Altec Terex Freightliner Cummins and Allison equipment in the field in all kinds of weather.

Hablas español Te invitamos a aplicar! Bilingual (English/Spanish) technicians are a big asset on our crews.

About The Halter Group

The Halter Group started with local residential tree work in 1982 and has grown into a multi-faceted company providing right-of-way clearing for utility gas pipeline and D.O.T. customers. More than 40 years later we still run on the same five principles: Integrity Safety Accountability Motivation and Respect. That is our promise to our customers and our employees. Learn more at .

Position summary

The Field Service Technician inspects maintains and repairs the trucks trailers aerial lifts forklifts pickups and tree service equipment that keep our vegetation management crews working. This is a mobile role: you bring the shop to the equipment handle preventive maintenance on schedule and respond fast when something breaks down. You report directly to the Fleet Services Manager.

What youll do

• Travel to job sites and yards to inspect service and repair diesel engines transmissions brakes electrical cooling steering and hydraulic systems.
• Work on aerial lifts bucket trucks chippers tractors and other tree service equipment from Altec Terex Freightliner Cummins and Allison.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on heavy-duty diesel engines pickups trailers and standard equipment.
• Use diagnostic tools and critical thinking to troubleshoot problems and find a solution in the field.
• Talk with crews and foremen read work orders and decide whats needed before you start.
• Prioritize repairs by urgency so the most critical equipment gets back to work first.
• Keep accurate service records in our fleet maintenance software.
• Track receipts and invoices for accurate on-time expense reporting.
• Coach field crews on preventive maintenance and daily equipment care.
• Respond to after-hours weekend and holiday call-outs when equipment goes down.
• Support storm response and other duties as assigned.

Safety standards and skills

• Follow all established safety protocols and set up a safe work zone at every roadside or right-of-way repair.
• Lock out and tag out equipment and safely support raised booms and hydraulic loads before working on them.
• Inspect aerial devices and safety-critical systems so crews can trust the equipment they climb into.
• Meet DOT inspection and compliance requirements for the vehicles you service.

Who you are

• Road-ready. You like being on the move and dont mind a hotel night when the job calls for it.
• Cool under pressure. When a crew is down and everyone is waiting you stay calm focus and get it fixed.
• A sharp troubleshooter. You trust your diagnostics and your instincts and you find the root cause instead of guessing.
• Tough. Heat cold mud and roadside repairs dont slow you down.
• Self-managed. You plan your own day prioritize the work and follow through without being told.
• A clear communicator. You explain problems simply to crews whether in English or Spanish and keep your paperwork clean.
• Reliable. When the phone rings at night or on a weekend the crews know youll answer.
• Always learning. Equipment keeps getting more complex and you keep your skills current.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 23 years of automotive or diesel repair experience
• Ability to diagnose repair and overhaul large equipment in the field
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record
• English proficiency with strong reading and writing skills for technical manuals and reports
• Ability to lift 50 pounds bend twist and squat and work outdoors in heat and cold
• Availability for overtime emergency call-outs weekends and holidays
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen background check MVR check and DOT compliance screening

Preferred

• CDL Class A or B
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Associate degree or certification in diesel technology
• Experience with Altec Terex Freightliner Cummins or Allison equipment
• Experience with aerial devices hydraulics or tree care equipment
• Experience with fleet maintenance software

No CDL yet Well help you earn your CDL B through our company-provided program. You commit to hitting your permit and training goals and we invest in getting you licensed within 90 days.

What we offer

• Full-time steady work with a growing company
• Full benefits
• Starting at $30.00 per hour based on qualifications and experience
• Per diem or hotel accommodations when you travel beyond your home base
• Company-paid help earning your CDL B
• Variety: new equipment new sites and new problems to solve every week
• Room to grow as our fleet and service area expand

A day in the role

No two days are the same. You might start with scheduled preventive maintenance at a yard then get a call that a bucket truck has a hydraulic leak on a right-of-way an hour away. Much of your day is spent driving between sites and the rest is hands-on work outdoors in a non-climate-controlled setting.

Shifts run a standard 8- or 10-hour day with overtime emergency call-outs and storm response as needed. When travel takes you far from home youll stay overnight on per diem or in a company-provided hotel.

How to apply

Apply through Indeed or at with your resume and any certifications you hold. Tell us about the toughest repair youve made in the field.

Work authorization

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Halter Group is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where every employee feels safe and encouraged to grow.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process; contact The Halter Group to request one.

Required Experience:

Manager