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Road Technician (Vegetation Equipment & Diesel Engines)

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Vegetation Management & Utility Support Services Company

Poughkeepsie, NY (In Person)

$64,480 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Job Description:
A leading vegetation management and utility support services company is seeking an experienced Mobile Road Technician to join our fleet operations team. You'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of medium-duty trucks and specialized tree and vegetation management equipment—keeping our crews running safely and efficiently in the field. What You'll Do Diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on: Medium-duty trucks (F750s, Freightliner M2s, Internationals) & specialized vegetation equipment (bucket trucks, mechanical tree trimmers, aerial lifts, wood chippers, skid steers, tractors) Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and diesel engines Operate diagnostic software (bonus if you know Cummins Insight, CAT ET) Travel daily within a 50-mile radius to service equipment on job sites Support storm response operations during major weather events (seasonal, preferred but not required) Maintain accurate repair records and communicate job status to fleet operations What You'll Need Valid driver's license (CDL preferred but not required) Experience with medium-duty chassis Mechanical background in hydraulics, diesel, or heavy equipment repair Ability to provide your own basic hand tools (wrenches, sockets); company provides specialty tools Clean driving record, ability to pass drug screen and background check Flexible mindset—comfortable with shifting priorities and different job sites daily Bonus points for: Tree care or vegetation management industry experience & Diesel diagnostic software knowledge Travel & Schedule Paid from the time you leave your home until you return Overnight travel +30% of the time (hotels and meal allowance provided) Company truck dispatched from your home
Compensation & Benefits Competitive Pay DOE Overtime:
Time and a half after 40 hours/week
Benefits Package:
Company truck, fuel card, laptop, and cell phone Health insurance (multiple plan options, including HSA) Dental and vision insurance 401(k) with 3% company match 2 weeks paid time off Short- and long-term disability coverage Company-provided uniforms (including winter gear) and safety equipment Paid hotels and meal allowance for overnight travel
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$27.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
Health insurance Paid time off
Work Location:
On the road