Heavy Equipment Technician – Shop and Field Service
Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Compensation: $35–$45 per hour

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Twin Staffing is recruiting experienced Heavy Equipment Technicians for a busy and growing equipment rental branch in Dartmouth. Opportunities are available for both Shop Technicians and Field Service Technicians .

These positions are ideal for skilled technicians who enjoy troubleshooting equipment, completing quality repairs and working on a varied rental fleet. Candidates may work primarily from the branch or travel to customer sites throughout the region, depending on their experience and preferred position.

Equipment You Will Work On

Boom lifts and aerial work platforms

Forklifts and material-handling equipment

Diesel-powered equipment

Related construction and rental fleet assets

Inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair rental fleet equipment

Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and fuel-system issues

Complete preventive maintenance, inspections and scheduled repairs

Replace, recondition and install equipment components

Identify wear, damage, recurring defects and potential equipment failures

Confirm equipment is safe, functional and rental-ready before returning it to service

Accurately document labour, parts, repairs and follow-up requirements

Maintain a clean, organized and safe shop environment

Work closely with Service, Parts, Dispatch and branch leadership

Field Service Technician Responsibilities

Complete inspections, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs at customer locations

Respond to service calls and troubleshoot equipment independently

Repair boom lifts, telehandlers, scissor lifts and related equipment

Follow OEM service schedules and approved repair procedures

Provide skilled and responsive customer service

Communicate repair requirements,



delays and follow-up needs clearly

Maintain accurate service notes, work orders and parts documentation

Keep the company service vehicle, tools, parts and PPE organized

Follow all company and customer-site safety requirements

Coordinate with Dispatch, Service, Parts and technical-support teams

Qualifications

Previous experience repairing rental, construction, industrial or heavy equipment

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability

Experience diagnosing hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and fuel-system issues

Ability to read equipment schematics, OEM guidance and service documentation

Valid driver’s licence with a clean driving record

Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities

Basic computer or mobile-device skills for service documentation

Strong commitment to safety, repair quality and customer service

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Experience

Journeyperson or Red Seal certification in a related trade

Experience with aerial lifts, telehandlers, forklifts or material-handling equipment

Previous equipment rental or field-service experience

Familiarity with OEM maintenance schedules and fleet-readiness standards

Manufacturer, forklift, aerial lift or equipment-specific training

Red Seal certification is preferred for candidates seeking compensation at the top of the range. However, experienced technicians without certification are encouraged to apply.

What Is Offered

$35–$45 per hour , based on experience, certification and technical capabilities

Shop-based and field-service career paths

Company service vehicle, tools, parts, cell phone and technical support for field technicians

Ongoing technical and equipment training

Opportunities for overtime and career advancement

A stable position with a growing Canadian equipment rental organization

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