Industrial Powertrain Service Technologist (Shop-Based)

Imagine taking a customer’s downed engine and returning it in peak condition the same day. At DEUTZ—a leader in innovative diesel, gas, and electric drive systems for professional applications across construction, agriculture, material handling, stationary power, commercial fleets, and rail—you’ll do work that keeps critical industries moving.

What challenge will you own?

From first diagnosis to final cosmetic touch, you’ll orchestrate the entire shop repair cycle. You’ll coordinate with Parts Specialists, collaborate with our Service Department for technical validation, and partner with the Sales & Operations Manager to keep the facility spotless and brand-right. Every repair is safe, compliant, and finished to spec—and every customer leaves confident.

Your impact

• Diagnose, plan, and execute preventative and corrective repairs on DEUTZ and non-DEUTZ equipment.
• Pre-stage parts and materials; anticipate needs and remove bottlenecks.
• Hold a high bar for safety, quality, and cosmetic finish on completed jobs.
• Pair each identified failure with the right technical solution.
• Document precisely: close work orders and time sheets without delay.
• Communicate with customers and teammates with honesty and respect.
• Assist with warranty claims and customer invoicing.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures; take on related duties as needed.

Who you are

A reliable, ethical, personable technician who adapts quickly across customers, suppliers, peers, and manufacturer teams—and brings a safety-first, optimistic mindset.

Role logistics

• Supervisory scope: N/A
• Travel: ~0–10% (domestic and international) as business requires

Baseline qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to maintain DOT medical card status
• Valid driver’s license; company insurable
• Experience (choose one path): 4+ years Shop Technician; or 2+ years Field Technician; or 2–3 years Remote Field Service Technician

Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Preferred experience

• ~2 years with diesel engines
• 2–5 years repairing construction equipment
• Comfort with Serdia, Serpic, Fieldaware, Word, and Excel
• Formal training/certifications in heavy equipment and diesel repairs

Capabilities that matter

• Self-starter; productive with limited supervision
• Professional communicator (written, in person, and by phone)
• Methodical problem-solver: identify, ideate, analyze, and implement best-fit solutions
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong organization and time management; goal setting and follow-through

Communication, math, reasoning

• Read/write simple correspondence; present effectively in small groups and one-on-one
• Work with probability, statistics, geometry, and trigonometry; apply fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions
• Interpret extensive technical instructions (math/diagram); work with abstract and concrete variables

Working conditions

Shop environment with significant standing and walking; potential exposure to weather and loud noise.

Manufacturing assembly and warehouse conditions: noise, dust, diesel fuel, oil, and extreme hot/cold temperatures; no A/C.

Daily physical demands include concentration, sitting, standing, vision, verbal communication, hearing/listening, lifting, and bending.

Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equipment and tech you’ll touch

• Diesel engines: Detroit Diesel, Cummins, PACCAR
• Aerial devices: Terex, Altec, Elliott, Versalift

Technical focus

• Construction equipment maintenance
• Heavy equipment repair
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Diesel and heavy equipment systems
• Electrical systems and diagnostics (heavy equipment)

This overview is comprehensive but not exhaustive; related duties may be assigned to meet operational needs.

EEO Statement

DEUTZ is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, DEUTZ also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion.