Service Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic)

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Kirkwood NY

• Kirkwood, NY, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $25.00 - $32.00Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: General Labor, 💲 $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS – GET PAID TO JOIN A WINNING TEAM NOW HIRING – SERVICE TECHNICIAN (HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC) John Deere Large Construction & Forestry Equipment 📍 Location: Kirkwood, NY ⏱️ Urgent Hire – Experienced Technicians Wanted! We’re putting real money on the table for experienced technicians who are ready to get to work. Join our team and earn a $1,500 sign-on bonus—because we know skilled techs don’t come cheap, and we’re serious about bringing in the best. 💼 Job Type: Full Time | Hourly Non-Exempt | Monday–Friday 💲 Compensation: $25.00 to $32.00 (DEPENDS ON EXPERIENCE) 🔧 READY TO BUILD A POWERFUL CAREER? Five Star Equipment – Northern Pennsylvania and New York State’s premier John Deere Construction Equipment Dealer – has an immediate opening for a skilled Service Technician / Heavy Equipment Mechanic at our Kirkwood, NY location. If you love big machines, solving tough mechanical problems, and working with a top-notch professional team, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! 💥 WHAT WE OFFER YOU We take care of our technicians – because YOU keep our customers moving! Ongoing John Deere Factory Training Competitive pay and advancement opportunities Generous Paid Time Off Modern, fully equipped service vehicles Complete uniform program with laundering & repair service Annual shoe allowance Annual tool allowance Comprehensive benefits package Stable career with a growing industry leader 🛠️ WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING As a Service Technician, you’ll be the expert our customers rely on to keep their heavy equipment running strong.

Your responsibilities

Performing preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and major repairs on heavy construction and forestry equipment Using strong diagnostic and mechanical troubleshooting skills Applying root cause analysis to solve complex problems Working with the Service Advisor and Service Manager to provide accurate machine information, including: Make, model, and serial number Parts, tools, and supplies used Identification of additional repairs needed You’ll play a critical role in keeping our customers productive and their equipment operating at peak performance.

Qualifications

✅ WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE Experience & Technical Skills ✔️ 3–5 years of experience as a heavy equipment technician or mechanic ✔️ Proven ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment such as John Deere, Caterpillar, Komatsu, Case CE, and more ✔️ Strong knowledge of engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems ✔️ Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic diagrams ✔️ Solid mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability ✔️ Must possess basic tools of the trade Additional Requirements: Comfortable using laptop computers and basic software applications Strong communication skills Ability to work flexible hours when needed Willingness to work in various environmental conditions Ability to solve problems independently with little supervision 🚀 READY TO JOIN THE FIVE STAR TEAM?

If you’re an experienced technician looking for a company that values your skills, invests in your future, and gives you the tools to succeed – we want YOU on our team! 👉 Apply today and power up your career with Five Star Equipment! Five Star Equipment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.