Sr. Heavy Equipment Technician

Job Title: Senior Heavy Equipment Technician

Job Description

The Senior Heavy Equipment Technician is a pivotal role in our maintenance operations, responsible for advanced diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on a fleet of heavy equipment primarily Caterpillar. This position also requires operating heavy equipment as needed and overseeing one technician helper. You will utilize computer-based systems such as M5 and TransMan to manage work orders, record maintenance activity, and track parts usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on landfill heavy equipment including dozers, compactors, loaders, haul trucks, and excavators.
• Conduct preventative maintenance according to manufacturer and company standards.
• Service hydraulic, electrical, powertrain, and emissions systems with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of safety, workmanship, and equipment reliability.
• Operate various types of landfill equipment safely to support daily operations and assist with equipment movement, testing, or operational needs.
• Utilize M5 and TransMan systems to create, track, and close work orders, log repairs, track parts usage, and communicate updates to management.
• Provide guidance and hands-on support to an assigned helper/technician, assist with workflow prioritization, and support training and development of junior personnel.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, participate in safety meetings, and respond to equipment breakdowns promptly.
• Assist with parts ordering, vendor communication, and shop organization.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a heavy equipment technician, preferably with Caterpillar machinery.
• Strong diagnostics and repair experience with hydraulics, electrical systems, diesel engines, and computerized equipment controls.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems such as M5 and TransMan.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work in outdoor landfill conditions.

This is a Permanent position based out of Kane, PA.

The pay range for this position is $68640.00 - $76960.00/yr.

Competitive hourly pay and overtime opportunities Excellent benefits package Career growth and technical advancement opportunities Supportive and safety-driven work environment

This is a fully onsite position in Kane,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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.