Service Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic)

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Syracuse NY - Syracuse, NY 130579637Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $24.59 - $38.25 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Skilled Labor - TradesNOW HIRING – SERVICE TECHNICIAN (HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC)
John Deere Large Construction & Forestry Equipment
 

📍 Location: Syracuse, NY
⏱️ Urgent Hire – Experienced Technicians Wanted!

💼 Job Type: Full Time | Hourly Non-Exempt | Monday–Friday
💲 Compensation: Starting at $24.59 to $38.25 (Determined by Technical Training & Experience)

✅ Union: International Union of Operating Engineers - Local No. 158, District 545




🔧 READY TO BUILD A POWERFUL CAREER?

Five Star Equipment – Northern Pennsylvania and New York State’s premier John Deere Construction Equipment Dealer – has an immediate opening for a skilled Service Technician / Heavy Equipment Mechanic at our Syracuse, NY location.

If you love big machines, solving tough mechanical problems, and working with a top-notch professional team, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!




💥 WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We take care of our technicians – because YOU keep our customers moving!


Ongoing John Deere Factory Training
Competitive pay and advancement opportunities
Generous Paid Time Off
Modern, fully equipped service vehicles
Complete uniform program with laundering & repair service
Annual shoe allowance
Annual tool allowance
Comprehensive benefits package
Stable career with a growing industry leader





🛠️ WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As a Service Technician, you’ll be the expert our customers rely on to keep their heavy equipment running strong.

Your responsibilities may include:


Performing preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and major repairs on heavy construction and forestry equipment
Using strong diagnostic and mechanical troubleshooting skills
Applying root cause analysis to solve complex problems
Working with the Service Advisor and Service Manager to provide accurate machine information, including:

Make, model, and serial number
Parts, tools, and supplies used
Identification of additional repairs needed




You’ll play a critical role in keeping our customers productive and their equipment operating at peak performance.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE✅ Experience & Technical Skills

✔️ 3–5 years of experience as a heavy equipment technician or mechanic

✔️ Proven ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment such as John Deere,  

       Caterpillar, Komatsu, Case CE, and more

✔️ Strong knowledge of engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems

✔️ Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic diagrams

✔️ Solid mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability

✔️ Must possess basic tools of the trade

Additional Requirements:


Comfortable using laptop computers and basic software applications
Strong communication skills
Ability to work flexible hours when needed
Willingness to work in various environmental conditions
Ability to solve problems independently with little supervision





🚀 READY TO JOIN THE FIVE STAR TEAM?

If you’re an experienced technician looking for a company that values your skills, invests in your future, and gives you the tools to succeed – we want YOU on our team!

👉 Apply today and power up your career with Five Star Equipment!

Five Star Equipment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.