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A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.
$61,959 / year median in Wisconsin
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Service Technician Palmer Johnson - 2.3 Madison, WI Job Details 15 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Troubleshooting schematics Defect resolution root cause analysis Industrial equipment diagnostics Defect analysis Machine troubleshooting Driver's License Assembly drawings Failure analysis Full Job Description Palmer Johnson is hiring a Service Technician for our Component Shop in Sun Prairie. In this role, you'll work on heavy-duty transmissions, axles, differentials, torque converters, and other drivetrain components used in construction, material handling, agriculture, and industrial equipment. If you're an experienced diesel or heavy equipment technician who enjoys diagnosing problems, rebuilding components, and doing quality work, we'd like to talk to you. •$1,500 Sign-on Bonus•Who We Are Palmer Johnson is a dynamic industry leader committed to providing superior customer service. We're a national remanufacturer and authorized distributor of heavy-duty off-highway transmissions, axles, and components, representing such vendors as Twin Disc, ZF, Dana Spicer, Kessler, Funk/John Deere, Carraro, and more. Equipment OEM lines include JLG, Genie, Hyster, JCB, Manitou-Gehl, Brandt Hi-Rail Trucks and more. With 45 years of excellence, we know that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing an atmosphere that encourages growth, creativity, and job satisfaction. What You'll Do Diagnose, disassemble, inspect, and rebuild heavy-duty components Troubleshoot mechanical and hydraulic issues Complete repairs to OEM specifications Document findings and repair recommendations Work with teammates, customers, and manufacturers to solve technical issues What We're Looking For 3+ years of diesel, heavy equipment, or drivetrain repair experience Technical training in diesel or automotive is a plus, but not required Strong mechanical troubleshooting and failure analysis skills Ability to read service manuals, schematics, and assembly drawings Valid driver's license Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work on your feet throughout the day Self-motivated with attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship Why Palmer Johnson? Monday-Friday daytime schedule Competitive pay plus bonus opportunities Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Ongoing OEM and technical training Modern shop with specialized tooling and equipment Pre-employment requirements: Background check, drug screening, and human performance evaluation. Palmer Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.