Heavy Equipment/rental Truck Mechanic

Job Title: Heavy Equipment/Rental Truck Mechanic

Job Description

Under the guidance of the Service Manager, the Heavy Equipment/Rental Truck Mechanic will perform service and repair procedures on truck-mounted vacuum equipment both in the shop and in the field. This role requires occasional travel for field service and repair calls, as well as attending necessary training sessions. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, along with performing routine PM inspections and requirements for fuels, fluids, and lubrication related to the chassis.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics effectively.
• Perform all scheduled PM inspections of chassis, vacuum body, hydraulic, electrical, air, and water systems.
• Conduct repairs within DOT or OEM standards to return rental equipment to 'Ready to Rent' status.
• Perform and document inspections of fleet equipment.
• Maintain and organize shop and storage areas, ensuring proper storage of flammable items.

Essential Skills

• Solid understanding of the function, operation, and maintenance of truck-mounted vacuum equipment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data, drawings, and schematics.
• Capability to administer DOT inspections.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, heavy equipment handling, hydraulics, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, mechanical repair, diesel engines, and welding.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three years of verifiable experience as a mechanic.
• Preferred experience in heavy equipment truck mechanics, hydraulics, trailer, or construction mechanics.
• Experience with truck-mounted vacuum equipment is preferred.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy full benefits and insurance with competitive costs, including medical and vision coverage from day one. Benefit from a modern, clean facility and a supportive work environment. Employees receive 10 holidays and 5 vacation days in the first year, increasing to 10 vacation days in the second year. The benefits package includes a 401K match of $0.50 up to 6%.

Work Environment

Work in a service repair shop during the day shift, either from 8 AM to 5 PM or 7 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. While some call outs are required, there is no weekend work.

This is a Permanent position based out of Merrillville, IN.

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $72800.00/yr.

Super Products Offers
• Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 1st Shift Hours
• Profit Share
• Company provided uniforms
• New, clean, safe facility
• Growing, successful company
• Plus a full, comprehensive benefit package including:
• Matching 401K
• Paid Holidays, Sick Time and Vacation
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Company paid life insurance, STD and LTD
• Educational assistance and dependent scholarship programs
• And more!

This is a fully onsite position in Merrillville,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.