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Truck and Heavy Equipment Mechanic

1/22/2026

The Truck and Heavy Equipment Mechanic will maintain the fleet in a safe condition according to DOT regulations and perform diagnostics and repairs on various types of equipment. Responsibilities also include performing PM inspections, making field repairs, and maintaining service records.

Salary

36 - 50 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Carpinito Bros. is a family-owned and operated retail store and wholesale supplier. Our seasonal retail store, open Feb-Dec, offers nursery and garden products, local farm-fresh produce, pumpkin patch and corn maze, and fresh cut Christmas trees. Our wholesale divisions consist of bulk/ bagged landscape material, and seasonal farm-fresh vegetables. We're proud to be one of the largest suppliers of bark and soil products in the Northwest. We grow over 40 varieties of vegetables on over 700 acres located in South King County. Most of what we harvest is wholesaled to local distributors, which eventually reaches your local grocery store and restaurant.

About the Role

Description

Truck and Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Carpinito Brothers is a local, family owned and operated company in Kent, WA that is now hiring for full-time, year-round Truck and Heavy Equipment Mechanics.

Starting Wage $36-50/hour depending on experience.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, 401K, and vacation.

WHAT WE DO:

Our fleet is maintained in-house and consists of 20+ commercial vehicles including: dump trucks, transfer trucks, live floor trailers, reefers, and flat beds. We also run earth moving, material handling, and manufacturing equipment. We pride ourselves on our ability to troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild rather than to replace.

JOB DESCRIPTION INCLUDES, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Maintain fleet in a suitable and safe condition per DOT regulations and company satisfaction.
Perform PM inspections and service at regular intervals.
Diagnose and repair all types of diesel, gas, and electric equipment, as well as their mechanical, electrical, air, and fluid power systems.
Perform cutting, welding, and fabrication as needed.
Make field repairs on trucks and equipment when required.
Record and maintain service records.
Any and all other tasks requested by management.

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to work independently and as a team.
Ability to openly and effectively communicate with supervisors and drivers to ensure proper repairs to vehicles.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must have your own tools.
Ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment to test and troubleshoot proper operation before and after repairs.
Experience with gas/diesel engines and powertrains, hydraulics, electrical, heavy duty suspension and air brake systems.
Must have good attendance and reliable transportation.
Ability to lift 50lbs.
Capable of working while standing, sitting, crouching, or kneeling for extended periods of time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with heavy truck tire mount/dismount and patching, or willingness to learn.
Welding skills or willingness to learn.
Experience with refrigeration both on-vehicle and trailer-mounted.
CDL license is a plus!

Key Skills

Diesel EnginesGas EnginesElectrical SystemsHydraulicsHeavy Duty SuspensionAir Brake SystemsCuttingWeldingFabricationField RepairsTroubleshootingService RecordsCommunicationTeamworkIndependent WorkAttendance