Heavy Equipment Technician

Heavy Equipment Technician

Transdev in Richland, SC is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to bolster our team. This role demands expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines across various vehicles and equipment. As a Heavy Equipment Technician, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our vehicles.

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $18.00 – Maximum $30.00
• An additional $.25 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
• Company paid ASE testing, training materials, and tool reimbursement

• Perform vehicle maintenance to the Transdev standards.
• Diagnose all phases of vehicle and equipment repair & select appropriate course of action for repairs.
• Ensure work orders are completed accurately.
• Evaluate completed work prior to release, seeking supervisor approval where required.
• Ensure safe use of power and hand‑held tools.
• Perform road calls and emergency services as necessary.
• Move vehicles safely between job and work area.
• Communicate professionally with customers, team members, and supervisors.
• Actively participate in safety or educational training as required.
• Continuous ASE re‑certification to remain in job classification.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent;
  Technical training preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• ASE Certifications preferred. Must obtain 2 ASEs within 6 months of employment.
• Preferred experience with diagnostic computers, heavy line equipment repairs, from heavy truck to heavy equipment.
• Must have demonstrated experience monitoring and meeting PM schedules and operating shop repair equipment.
• Appropriate mechanic's tool set.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

• The essential functions of this position require the ability to:
• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions – 100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces.
• Push and pull objects, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level.
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.

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Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world.

Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

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