Field Service Diesel Mechanic - Atlanta, GA
Location
Atlanta, GA
Posted on August 26, 2026
Location
Atlanta, GA
Posted on August 26, 2026
Job Description
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Custom Truck One Source (CTOS) is a leading manufacturer of Utility Trucks and Equipment with a rich history spanning 30 years. With 40 locations across the USA, over 2500 employees, and a rental fleet exceeding 10,000 trucks.
Hiring Field Service Technician / Mechanic with a background in truck mounted hydraulics, electrical wiring, diesel equipment. You will perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and repair of CTOS and Custom equipment.
We Equip You For Success With
Load King Cranes TEREX Cranes Manitowoc Cranes Elliott Cranes National Cranes
CTOS Equipment: Boom Trucks / Cranes, Bucket / Dump Trucks, Digger Derricks, Utility Trucks & more.
A company‑provided utility service truck (crane, welder, compressor)
Company phone, computer, and diagnostic tools
Strong benefits, paid time off, 401(k) match, uniforms, safety gear allowance, tool discounts, and more
You bring your mechanical skills, your own tools, and a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred), and we’ll provide everything else you need to thrive.
What You’ll Do
You’ll be the go‑to expert for customers across your region—diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining highly specialized truck‑mounted equipment. Most work is performed on customer sites, with occasional shop support.
In This Role, You'll
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain
Bucket trucks / aerial devices
Digger derricks
Truck‑mounted cranes (LMI & CAN‑bus systems)
Hydraulic utility equipment & major components
Heavy‑ and light‑duty truck chassis, diesel, and electrical systems
Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and on‑site diagnostics
Read and interpret manuals, schematics, and repair orders
Use laptops and diagnostic software to identify issues
Complete documentation accurately (repair orders, timecards, inspection forms)
Communicate with customers and CTOS teams to minimize downtime
Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
Participate in ongoing CTOS and manufacturer training
Travel within and occasionally beyond your assigned territory
What Makes You a Great Fit
You enjoy working independently and solving problems in real time
You’re experienced with hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems
You’re comfortable interacting with customers and working in the field
You want a role where every day is different
Preferred Skills
Electrical, hydraulics, welding, and schematic/blueprint reading
Diagnostic software experience (QuickServe, DTNA, etc.)
DOT, ANSI, and dielectric testing experience
Auto req ID
482021BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Requirements
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
High school diploma or GED
5+ years of related experience (field or shop tech)
Valid driver’s license (CDL Class B preferred)
Must provide your own mechanic tools
Travel 25 -50% plus
Proficiency using documentation software and managing time effectively
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay based on experience + overtime opportunities
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Short‑term & long‑term disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Uniforms, safety boot & glasses allowance
Tool discount programs
City*
Atlanta
State*
Georgia
Job_Category
Maintenance
Job Code
Operations_ Specialist
Affiliate Sponsor
Custom Truck One Source
This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Atlanta, GA currently run a median of $29/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $26–$39/hr across 18 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.
We're tracking 85 other active welding openings in Atlanta, GA right now, from 66 different employers. 38 of them were added in the last week. Across Georgia as a whole we're tracking 392 other active welding openings from 245 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Atlanta, or widen the search to Georgia.
The most active employers in Georgia at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC (8), Mullins Mechanical (6), and Yancey Bros. Co. (5). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.
Within Georgia, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Atlanta at $29/hr, Lithia Springs at $29/hr, and Marietta at $25/hr. Atlanta is among them.
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