The Hydrovac Diesel Mechanic is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our diesel-powered hydro-excavation trucks, vacuum units, and related heavy equipment. This position combines proactive maintenance with responsive repairs, and requires strong mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical diagnostic skills. The goal is to minimise equipment downtime, maintain compliance with all regulatory standards (DOT, OSHA, manufacturer), and support our field operations by keeping our fleet ready and safe.
Maintenance & Repairs
- Perform inspections, diagnosis, and repair of diesel engines, transmissions, chassis, hydraulics, pneumatics, vacuum and blower systems, and associated components.
- Conduct preventative maintenance services (PMIs) including greasing, fluid checks, belt and hose replacements, alignments and adjustments. Oil changes are performed by an outside service.
- Carry out comprehensive safety checks on trucks and equipment to ensure fleet road and job-site readiness.
- Troubleshoot breakdowns in the field and at the shop, perform emergency service calls when required, and coordinate with field crews for fast resolution.
- Maintain parts inventory, monitor consumable supplies, and ensure required specialty tools are available.
- Coordinate with field operations teams to schedule work orders, minimise downtime, and maintain operational continuity.
Recordkeeping & Compliance
- Maintain accurate service records, inspection logs, and comply with regulatory requirements (DOT, OSHA, manufacturer) for all fleet assets.
- Support safety audits, regulatory inspections, and internal fleet review processes.
- Participate in continuing education, review of technical and regulatory publications, and stay current with diagnostic tools, OEM standards and new equipment technologies.
Shop & Work Environment
- Maintain a clean, safe, orderly shop environment in compliance with company, state and federal safety standards.
- Operate a wide range of hand and power tools, welding equipment, hydraulics test benches, diagnostic software, and scanning/monitoring tools.
- Occasionally, travel to job sites or remote locations to assist with field service of hydrovac units or equipment deployment as needed.
- Lift, move and manipulate heavy objects (tires, drums, components), work in confined spaces, under vehicles or in challenging field conditions.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on heavy equipment or commercial diesel truck repair experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and diagnostic skills: diesel engines, chassis, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems.
- Ability to use diagnostic scan tools and mechanical testing instruments.
- Valid driver’s license; willingness/ability to obtain a CDL (Class B or higher) is preferred.
- Strong communication skills—must coordinate with operations, field team, and document work clearly.
Preferred:
- Experience with hydrovac, vacuum truck or industrial service equipment (e.g., high-pressure water systems, vacuum systems).
- Welding/fabrication experience (MIG/TIG/Stick) and familiarity with OEM repair procedures.
- Knowledge with electronic diagnostics.
- Knowledge of DOT compliance, laws, rules, and regulations
- Union wages
- Overtime available
- Union Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Retirement
- Vacation
- Training
- Pension
