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• Posted on September 1, 2026 Published By Ashley Voorheis Trillium Staffing is now seeking a Heavy Equipment Field Technician / Mechanic in Rossville, TN for a direct-hire opportunity!

We are seeking a highly skilled Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician for a premier provider of industrial equipment solutions. This is a Direct Hire opportunity for a technician who excels in the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of large-scale mechanical assets and customer equipment. Schedule is 1st shift, Monday-Friday. The pay rate is $32-38/hour, depending on experience. The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing preventative maintenance programs and ensuring the operational readiness of specialized machinery within a high-volume logistics and terminal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance & Repair:

  Perform complex repairs and routine servicing on a variety of company-owned and customer-facing heavy industrial equipment.

• System Diagnostics:

  Utilize extensive knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues.

• Safety & Compliance:

  Adhere strictly to all safety protocols and department policies to ensure a zero-accident work environment.

• Field Operations:

  Complete daily site activities, including work orders, timekeeping, and detailed maintenance record-keeping.

• Parts Coordination:

  Collaborate with Purchasing and Parts departments to identify and source necessary components for equipment uptime.

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Logistics:

Monitor and maintain inventory of company-owned assets, tools, and specialized equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Outdoor Environment:

  Ability to work comfortably in various weather elements (heat, cold, rain, etc.) within a large-scale industrial yard.

• Height Requirements:

  Must be comfortable working at heights of up to 80 feet using man baskets or aerial lifts.

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Availability:

Must be willing to work overtime as assigned and participate in a standard On-Call rotation to support customer needs.

What We Offer:

• Direct Hire Placement:

  Stability with a leading national organization.

• Top-Tier Benefits:

  An industry-leading benefits package with exceptionally low employee premiums.

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Professional Growth:

Opportunity to work on diverse, high-value industrial machinery. Apply now!

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience:

  Minimum of 5 years of maintenance and repair experience, specifically with 2+ years focused on heavy equipment (e.g., steel mill machinery, large-scale hydraulics, or similar "yellow iron").

• Technical Proficiency:

  Extensive expertise in hydraulic systems, electrical diagnostics, and various OEM platforms.

• Physical Ability:

  Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and remain mobile throughout a full shift.

• Administrative Skills:

  Intermediate computer skills and a high level of detail in record-keeping and maintenance documentation.

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Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for the employers and the California Fair Chance Act. By applying to this job, I agree to receive electronic communications including SMS text and email regarding future opportunities, referral bonus incentives, and other promotions from Trillium. You may opt out at any time from future communications by responding STOP to any electronic communication. You may view our full privacy policy at https://trilliumstaffing.com/jobs/privacy/ . Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and other leave, if applicable. Trillium's offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company. Want to apply for Heavy Equipment Mechanic? To apply for Heavy Equipment Mechanic enter your email address below. If you have an account with indeed.com, you can also Apply with Indeed Contact Us if you have any questions Contact Ashley Voorheis (248) 237-3127 Have a question about this job? Our intentions are to fill job vacancies as quickly as possible with qualified candidates. We are always accepting applications if a time sensitive job has an application deadline it is noted in the job description. Click on "Apply" to begin the apply process.