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Heavy Equipment / Diesel Technician in Madison

Date Posted: 25 May 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A well-established equipment company is looking to add two experienced Heavy Equipment / Diesel Technicians to their growing team. These openings are due to an internal promotion and an upcoming relocation, creating excellent long-term opportunities with a stable company that continues to grow.

This role will focus on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of construction and rental equipment including aerial lifts, telehandlers, scissor lifts, loaders, mini excavators, skid steers, concrete saws, and more.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly pay targeted in the $25–$30/hour range depending on experience
  • Annual bonus potential of $12K–$15K
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Stable company with strong leadership and advancement opportunities
  • Full benefits package

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues
  • Perform preventative maintenance and inspections
  • Work on a variety of compact and construction equipment
  • Troubleshoot equipment in a shop environment
  • Complete work orders and maintain service documentation
  • Work closely with parts and service teams to keep equipment operating efficiently

Equipment Worked On

  • Aerial lifts
  • Telehandlers
  • Scissor lifts
  • Skid steers
  • Mini excavators
  • Loaders
  • Concrete saws
  • Compact construction equipment

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience working on heavy equipment, construction equipment, or diesel equipment
  • Strong hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting skills preferred
  • Experience with aerial or compact equipment is a plus
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Valid driver’s license

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates with experience from:

  • Construction equipment dealerships

A well-established equipment company is looking to add two experienced Heavy Equipment / Diesel Technicians to their growing team. These openings are due to an internal promotion and an upcoming relocation, creating excellent long-term opportunities with a stable company that continues to grow.

This role will focus on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of construction and rental equipment including aerial lifts, telehandlers, scissor lifts, loaders, mini excavators, skid steers, concrete saws, and more.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly pay targeted in the $25–$30/hour range depending on experience
  • Annual bonus potential of $12K–$15K
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Stable company with strong leadership and advancement opportunities
  • Full benefits package

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues
  • Perform preventative maintenance and inspections
  • Work on a variety of compact and construction equipment
  • Troubleshoot equipment in a shop environment
  • Complete work orders and maintain service documentation
  • Work closely with parts and service teams to keep equipment operating efficiently

Equipment Worked On

  • Aerial lifts
  • Telehandlers
  • Scissor lifts
  • Skid steers
  • Mini excavators
  • Loaders
  • Concrete saws
  • Compact construction equipment

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience working on heavy equipment, construction equipment, or diesel equipment
  • Strong hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting skills preferred
  • Experience with aerial or compact equipment is a plus
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Valid driver’s license

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates with experience from:

  • Construction equipment dealerships
  • Equipment rental companies
  • Heavy equipment repair shops
  • Agricultural equipment dealerships
  • Diesel repair facilities

This is a great opportunity for technicians looking for long-term stability, strong compensation, and future growth with an employee-owned company.

  • Equipment rental companies
  • Heavy equipment repair shops
  • Agricultural equipment dealerships
  • Diesel repair facilities

This is a great opportunity for technicians looking for long-term stability, strong compensation, and future growth with an employee-owned company. Click appy or email Colin at Colin.Burrer@gogpac.com or call me at 605-601-5494

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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