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 wide-ranging 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 professional 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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