Field Service Equipment Technician – Compactors & Balers

Company: Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

At Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment , we’re looking for a skilled Industrial Equipment Technician to join our Compactor team in a hands-on field service role. In this position, you’ll play a vital part in keeping our equipment running safely and efficiently—everything from repairing motors and pumps to fabricating chutes and installing cardboard balers. If you have experience with welding, electrical troubleshooting, hydraulics, and mechanical repairs, this is a great opportunity to apply your skills in the field and grow your expertise. Ready to take on new challenges and expand your skillset? Apply today and GEAR UP for success! We offer perks like: $250 Quarterly Tool Allowance $200 Annual Boot Allowance Work-Life Balance: Monday-Friday from 6:30a - 3:00p Company-Provided Uniforms Competitive Hourly Pay Take-home Company Service Vehicle — must have a clean driving record and be able to pass and maintain a valid DOT physical. Vendor-Exclusive Training As an Industrial Equipment Technician, your responsibilities include: Ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols such as lockout/tagout, fire watch, and fall protection measures. Expertly repairing and replacing essential components like motors, pumps, cylinders, and valves to maintain operational efficiency. Diligently following equipment requirements and maintenance schedules to uphold performance standards. Skillfully utilizing torches and cutting tools to remove old chutes, guide rails, and other elements as needed. Installing and configuring trash compactors , fabricating chutes, and setting up cardboard balers as required to meet operational demands. Willingness to tackle additional tasks as assigned to support team objectives. Benefits: Competitive pay based on experience and skill level, ranging from $27–$38 per hour . Skill level is assessed by the hiring manager during the in-person interview. Excellent Benefits, Including Medical, Dental, Vision, & More Generous Paid Time Off : Accrue two weeks of PTO during your first year 401K with Company Match Employee Referral Program Employee Assistance Program Qualifications: Strong understanding of industrial safety standards (lockout/tagout, fall protection, fire watch). Experience with hydraulic systems, including pumps, cylinders, and valves. Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including high-voltage components. Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills, including experience with motors, mechanical components, hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices. Proficiency with torches, cutting tools, and stick welding for chute installation, repair, and light fabrication work. Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining compactors, balers, chutes, and other industrial equipment. Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record for operating company vehicles. Adaptable and willing to take on additional tasks to support shop and field operations. Physical Requirements: Ability to work comfortably in tight spaces as needed. Adaptability to varied environmental conditions, indoors and outdoors. Ability to kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, and reach effectively. Capability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. unassisted. Independence in entering and exiting various vehicles as required. Willingness to pass a DOT physical exam for safety compliance. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Keywords: Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment, Newport News , Field Service Equipment Technician – Compactors & Balers, Engineering , Chesapeake, Virginia