Job Listing ID:

4540412

Job Title:

Equipment Technician ¿ Truckmounts & Portable Vacuums

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

Milwaukie

Date Posted:

08/04/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift

Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months SR You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.) Obtain Contact Information Job Summary About the

Role:

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Equipment Technician / Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on commercial cleaning equipment, primarily focusing on truckmount systems (gas/diesel engine-driven carpet cleaning units) and commercial portable vacuums/extractors. Candidates must be open to further specialized training. If you have a strong background in small engines, 12V electrical systems, hydraulics/plumbing, and general mechanical troubleshooting, we'd love to speak with you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnostics & Repair:

  Troubleshoot and repair small gasoline/diesel engines, water pumps, vacuum blowers, high-pressure heating systems, and 12V DC electrical systems on truckmounted equipment.

• Portable Equipment Maintenance:

  Inspect, service, and repair commercial portable vacuums, extractors, and related accessories (motors, switches, cords, and pump systems).

• Preventative Maintenance:

  Perform routine servicing (oil changes, belt replacements, filter changes, descaling, and fluid checks) to maximize equipment lifespan.

• Installations:

  Assist with mounting, plumbing, and wiring new truckmount units into work vans and trucks.

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Testing & Quality Control:

Conduct post-repair testing to ensure equipment operates safely and meets manufacturer specifications before returning it to service or customers.

Documentation & Inventory:

Maintain clear records of work completed, parts used, and maintain an organized, safe shop environment. Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical repair (small engine repair, automotive technician, equipment maintenance, or related fields).
• Strong working knowledge of small engines (e.g., Kohler, Briggs & Stratton, Honda, Kubota, Hyundai, Kawasaki) and 12V DC electrical systems.
• Familiarity with basic plumbing, high-pressure water lines, pumps, and vacuum systems.
• Proficiency with standard hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment (multimeters, pressure gauges).
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical service manuals.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred /

Plus:

• Prior experience specifically working on commercial carpet cleaning truckmounts (e.g., HydraMaster, Prochem, Sapphire Scientific, Legend Brands) or industrial floor care equipment.
• Basic welding or fabrication skills.

Physical Requirements Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50'75 lbs regularly. Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods. Maintenance and Repair Workers, General Access our Statewide and Regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Compensation $22.00 to $30.00 per Hour Depending on Experience, Negotiable, Depending on Qualifications Job Requirements

Experience Required:

At least 1 year

Education Required:

None

Minimum Age:

N/A