So you want to become a heavy equipment field mechanic!!!

[@Dcalvert92]

I’m a CAT dealer field mechanic, do not waste your money on school. You can get all the information completely free. You need the discipline and the curiosity to study on your own. Great mechanics don’t know every detail about every machine… they know how to utilize resources and their understanding of fundamental scientific principles to solve any problem.

[@JamesJoseph-te3jm]

I agree, i just recently bought a really old caterpillar trax loader and im so interested in how it works that im searching high and low, finding all the information i can about it, i absolutely love it and it made me want to start a new career in heavy equiptment.

[@Dcalvert92]

@@JamesJoseph-te3jm you can purchase access to CAT SIS online (service information system). It will tell you everything there is to know about that machine.

[@crush9197]

Do you deal with any electric trucks bro? Here in cali no more diesel trucks in 2035 I believe. I feel like school might be necessary in the future with these electric trucks. I need answers bro. Is mechatronic classes or computer classes necessary for the future

[@Dcalvert92]

@@crush9197 No diesel by 2035 is a pipe dream, it won’t happen. What is feasible and what we currently deal with are diesel engines coupled with generators and electric drive trains. These machines are too heavy and have too much power demand to be fully electric with batteries. The battery would have to be massive to operate a CAT 992 and the run time would be so low, it’s pointless. Electricity is one of the areas you absolutely need to master to become a mechanic. Again, I just don’t believe school is necessary. I’ve learned it all on the internet and doing it hands on.

[@Amelhiaaa]

​@@Dcalvert92 is CAT SIS (Service Information System) accessible for everyone? Everycountry? And is it free?

[@WatchWesWork]

There's a sweet spot for field service. Before kids or after they are grown. When you have small children it's tough. I would recommend that people learn as much as possible about electronics. We will never seen equipment coming out with less electronics. It's here to stay. I deal with electrical issues every single day. I find that many guys just throw up their hands and walk away from electrical problems.

[@nevinkuser9892]

How do you even start learning that?

[@tootoofan55]

I am switching over from being a social worker for 7 years at 27 years old to starting a heavy equipment apprenticeship and I’ve never been more nervous but I know if I don’t take this opportunity to jump at my dream I’ll regret it, just wanted to say you’re never to old To switch jobs and take the chances when opportunities come up. I’ve never been more excited for this new adventure

[@jeancm2312]

I'm in a similar situation here. Been in the social services industry and want to make a switch into the trades (not sure which one, but I've always wanted to be skilled in at least one trade). How did you make the switch?

[@tootoofan55]

@@jeancm2312 took a job as a truck and coach technician at a concrete plant, first few weeks were stressful but the guys I work for are amazing, I work in a shop with one licensed mechanic and he’s super patient teaches me lots, it helps I had some good mechanical knowledge coming in but best decision I have ever made hands down 🙌

[@SilverbackE12B]

Do it fam. I’m a union millwright (industrial mechanic) and hot dog it’s amazing. Super super similar to the heavy equipment boys except it’s mostly on stationary things. Nothing like turning big ole wrenches and precision. I’m 24, first year apprentice and I’m already at 50k in earnings after taxes 10 months into the year

[@cursotalleresdiesel]

You can help me wiht jobs I am diésel mechanic I have 10 years experienc

[@HazyCosmicJiver]

Good luck bro

[@BigWarningSign]

I’m 15 years old and looking to do this as a job. I love working on things and I just won’t be able to sit at a desk all day for work.

[@jacobfoster3133]

Just turned 16 here and became a heavy machinery shop mechanic and it's awesome!

[@BigWarningSign]

@@jacobfoster3133 awesome, that's great. Glad you people are getting into the trades

[@sk8erkbadass]

Start in small engine repair

[@livintheislandlife7561]

Dude can we be brothers? Im 16 and wanting to do this!?

[@BigWarningSign]

@@livintheislandlife7561 I wish lol

[@ZachariahKazeya]

I am a second year student studying heavy equipment technology. It's a good work, I love it with all my heart and it fits me.

[@tonyk1amt806]

I drove long haul off and on for 18years, then went to tech school and got my degree in diesel technology. Just out of school I worked in power generation and engine rebuilds, now pursuing a path to get into heavy equipment, and eventually locomotive work. Great video!

[@offroadwrench5752]

Thats awesome to hear

[@scooterheavymech5934]

Some real talk right there man. Field work definitely has it's drawbacks, but there's no way I could go back in a shop. I get so bored and anxious.. Lol

[@offroadwrench5752]

@JJ You can jump over at any time. You just need to want it. The engines in heavy equipment need just as much attention as the truck world. You will get the hydraulic training on the job or through training programs provided by your shop

[@Big_Ben1988]

The thing I hate about working in a shop in automotive is once you go flatrate it becomes cutthroat and the pay isn't always steady. And dont get me started on dummy service writers and random customers just wandering into the shop.

[@sdjnwhyNZ]

After graduated from Architectural degree, I jump straight into onsite construction works. Just can't live all the office politics, pretending to be "nice" at all times, and dream-build shit to trick the clients rather than solving their real problems. By the way, respect to all field mechanics servicing "buildings on wheels", which is much harder than the buildings I do without wheels.

[@limaoscarlima9280]

Man I'm switching from the medical field to turning wrenches. Can't wait!

[@gasperajdnik5627]

Thats a smart choes 👍

[@glennjukes5581]

Good for you, Man. My Son i a H/E /truck mechanic now. He weorked for CAT 11 years and now has his own shop w/ three service trucks. Stays very busy. Glad to hear someone else likes that type work-

[@mitchgelinas8410]

From a certefied auto service tech to feild mobile equipment mechanic, I love challenges. When its minus 40 celcius here in northern Ontario Canada, alot of stuff breaks down. I would like to say that you are totaly right on when it comes to a start in mechanics. Basic first steps is passion on how things work. Start with basic oil changes. Repair that lawn mower, snowmachine, dirtbike ect...My father bought me a multimeter for my 19th birtthday. I still have my Fluke today and im 43. Also one of my best tools. Cool video. Stay safe my friend. Love Mitch the mechan

[@noocnosaj]

Good stuff man. Thank you for taking the time.

[@TheDaverish]

Thank you so much brother. I'm a 15 year highway diesel tech for LAIDLAW and just made the switch to heavy equipment. Your video sold me. Can't wait for a kickers future and I wish you all the best brother.

[@nazarullahije]

Now i am a helper at the car workshop, i dont have any experience before, i graduated from major school and i was in light car major yeah actually i dont really into this major, but i forced myself because I don't have many choice for my future, now i am a 19 and i hope i can love this major, yeah this major has pretty good prospect.(Please give me critics if u found mistake from my comments hehe, i was in learning English)greet from Indonesia🇮🇩

[@nicklapierre5640]

I was a truck mechanic for 5 years and worked on anything from old trucks to brand new peterbilts and then some, working on industrial generators now which is good and fun but always been interested in working on heavy equipment and never really knew where to go to actually get into it but with everything going on now and the lack of mechanics I think it’s time I take all my knowledge to the heavy equipment side and move into living my dream as a heavy equipment field tech. Thank you man, you really helped sell me on this. I work on generators in the field now and love working alone

[@offroadwrench5752]

Thats awesome.

[@gilbertb8078]

Never stop learning and be open minded.that take you a ride.

[@Zack-wb6ll]

just got hired as a heavy equipment field mechanic/welder starting monday and after touring the shop its honestly what i want to do it sounds fun the work load to me doesnt matter I can go 8 hours without taking long breaks after some time at the company ill be placed on a comapny truck going around fixing equipment not something I wanted to do when I did my 2 years at welding school but im excited to start a new journey and learn a new skillset/trade.

[@dirttrackdevil1149]

I wanna do something similar i am a welder and I live in a very rural area welding jobs have pretty much dried up around me cause now a couple of quarries I've welding for have build 20k steel buildings and just teach there mechanics to run a little mig or 7018 and make thatll do welds so basically field mechanics have taken alot of jobs if you can't beat em join em why pay a mobile welder 500$ to do some hardfacing or something when you can pay your hourly mechanic 25$ for an hour of work so I can see the reasoning I hate to say it but welders are not as needed as everyone thinks any mechanic can learn very quickly to properly fix the minor issues they have in the field even most major ones if they have a shop at the sight

[@MrCaine6969]

I did that job in the U.S.A.F. and it was such a blast. I loved it

[@adamsavage4155]

Field tech for life!! Nothing like fixing iron in the heat of summer or when its 20 degrees and snowing.

[@GORILLA_PIMP]

Wow fkn hardcore 😂 Sure wish I had thought of this when I was a kid smh

[@Big_Ben1988]

I just got offered a job at Morton Salt as a Pond Tech and Mechanic Apprentice. Mostly gonna be servicing pumps, conveyor belts and side by sides at first but after a while can move up to the harvester and front end loaders. I'm really excited. My background is in Automotive.

[@offroadwrench5752]

Thats awesome. Come back and let us know how you like it after a couple months. Its great to have more people coming into the industry.

[@heavymetalmechanicX]

"I prefer working alone"... This rings true. It can be a solitary life at times. It has to be in a person's nature to be able to be completely self reliant. Not everyone can hack field work. We do dangerous things, in dangerous places...alone.

[@GORILLA_PIMP]

Dude let's hear some examples

[@schlomoshekelstein908]

@@GORILLA_PIMP he puts his dick in the exhaust to check egt

[@survivingchicago5797]

Thanks for your words that came straight from the heart. when I look at the downtrodden, hard luck, the whole world is against me so I’ll just join a street gang way of life here in the inner-city it really pisses me off. the education and the jobs are here to get them started, they could travel the country and the world while making serious money..... it’s a crying shame.

[@gassanali8667]

i'm amazed by the genuine expression on your face. i work as a heavy equipment electrician. right now, i'm thinking of getting into the mechanical side of it. sbuscribed. hope to see more interesting stuff.

[@SOPHIAFLYGIRL]

I started working on my own trucks for 8 years then transitioned to working as a shop mechanic. That experience finally led to getting yellow iron experience. I kept growing and learning on the heavy equipment side and worked on Belt link cranes and diesel forklifts like pettybones. I must say having tractor trailer experience definitely helped when I started getting into hydraulics and wiring schematics. We had an in-house welding department that I worked closely with but I did manage to get some welding of my own done, mostly cutting out hydraulic arms we couldn’t order from our bone yard equipment. Good times and fond memories (especially when the tool trucks showed up)

[@gasperajdnik5627]

I'm a 32 years old, i'm a mechanic, I repair construction equipment, logging equipment, farming equipment, rail equipment, trucks and pickup trucks, warren from western truck and tractor repair inspired me to do work like that, good video 👍🤝

[@yodarrr4008]

Can you work on bus or transit bus if you’re heavy equipment mechanic?

[@gasperajdnik5627]

Yes, But I Don't work on buses and Electric trains, only Diesel and gasiline engine trains.

[@yodarrr4008]

@@gasperajdnik5627 thank you that’s all I need to know

[@gasperajdnik5627]

@@yodarrr4008 no problem 👍

[@davidrivet3111]

@@yodarrr4008 There are courses for heavy road véhicule mechanic have a look with your local Trade schools i am currently following a similar course

[@ianchristensen9146]

Thanks for the video! Something I am seriously looking into. God bless!

[@mannyrodriguez8926]

There's still good people in this world that have an appreciation for God! No bad language #subscribed

[@offroadwrench5752]

Thank you for the sub. I do my best on the language. I'm not perfect though, and it sometimes comes out. Have a blessed day!

[@Eyeless127]

Great video. Glad you brought up the importance of technical training. Also, the weather elements. That is usually what breaks people up here in Northern Alberta, Canada. It’s been below -30 Celsius for the last week and isn’t going to quit any time soon. My company has lost two techs just to that fact this winter. Also, great to see young people asking questions in the comments. It’s not an easy job, for us or our families, but there is a lot to gain in technical skills and life skills. Funny that you brought up Prince George. I grew up 4 hours down the road in Smithers. Thanks again and play safe, brother!

[@jeancm2312]

I'm out in BC @CS1281, and I'm looking to get into the trades but I dont have any background other than demolition work. Do you recommend any trade schools or pre-apprenticeship programs?

[@PhillyRacer121]

I do field service on big rigs. Its a blast! I stay local(ish) and i try like hell not to give up when a problem stumps me. You aint wrong, its tough on my family and you never have an easy day but the pay is good and the work is rewarding. I also agree, you cant be afriad to expand your horizons. Id love to do more heavy equipment and i think one day i might.

[@MrBuzzsaw118911]

Woah! I'm from Oregon too, this has my really considering it

[@AzzyLude]

Starting Lincoln Tech NADC on August 26,2021. I’m 24 this year and did exactly what you said to do. Work on my own car and my parents car. I got really good at it and now I’m changing to do this. I’m 5’6 but got a spirit that’s 8 ft tall

[@offroadwrench5752]

That is awesome. I live hearing stories of people venturing into this field. I believe its one of the best a person can do

[@AzzyLude]

@@offroadwrench5752 I can’t wait to start. I’ve never wanted anything more than this type of career and skill knowledge. This can set my life together

[@jacobfleckinstein9576]

I went to the same school you’re going too. I have no regrets, just make sure you focus the best you can in classes. In the library (a few years ago at least) were other certifications you could study for and earn. Every last thing can help you in the long run. Give it hell buddy!

[@offroadwrench5752]

@Jacob That is some solid advice. Basically saying, you get out what you put in. I saw a lot of students at Wyotech that were there to satisfy the requirements of parents. They went to school on a free ride and graduated. Thats it, they graduated. I know of several guys I graduated with who did more than the bare minimum. They landed awesome jobs and even moved up the ladder faster. Work ethic shows in school and employers recognize it.

[@AzzyLude]

@@jacobfleckinstein9576 thank you so much for that advice Sir. I’ll definitely give it hell and open a can of whoop ass to succeed

[@dieselman8845]

I agree with you I wouldn’t go back in to the shop even with a raise, I prefer the solidarity and even though every now and then a customer wants to watch it’s only to learn and doesn’t bother me. Most people can’t be self sufficient and figure stuff out, it takes a certain type of individual to make it in the industry. I worked my way from the bottom to the top and it’s been a hell of a journey.

[@davidwildman2968]

I got lucky and got right into being in the field as an mechanic apprentice at 16 driving an a peterbilt service truck first day on the job stuck with it I’m 18 now and have learned everything by being put in the shit figuring it out by being pressured by my boss being a hard ass but at the end of the day he appreciates me and it’s helped build my character and im graduating high school and my boss wants to put me in a service truck at 18 I can’t even rap my head around that blessing

[@tate0217]

Any advice? I’m looking to get into it

[@offroadwrench5752]

Look into a tech school if you want some fast paced training. Think Big program for Caterpillar or your local community college

[@sethmitchell9485]

dude awesome video i’m coming from automotive background trying to go to into HD couldn’t be more excited a little nervous but this video helped a lot

[@ryderwilson643]

I love you very much brother for acknowledging and knowing that The Lord God is the one who created everything, you have gained a subscription and a like

[@offroadwrench5752]

Thank you brother

[@kenideecollins4784]

I’m 18 next month and tested for the apprenticeship program for an HDR back in September. i passed, currently waiting to turn 18 so i can start. i’m very terrified because i don’t have a mechanical background, but i’ve always wanted to be into mechanical stuff. so i went ahead and did it. this is one of the first good videos i’ve found on being a heavy duty mechanic especially in the field. Thank you, i start the union (local 12) very soon in this job. excited but very scared for the sacrifices and the hard work. but i do really think i’ll love it after it settles down.

[@robtoapha2132]

How’s it going I start next week

[@reporter461]

​@@robtoapha2132 he quit

[@michaelvillanueva240]

changing from welder to diesel mechanic at age 25 cant wait to get in to this side of the field after diesel school

[@nealk6387]

Good video. I too am a field mechanic, working for the volvo dealer in Michigan. Our job is rewarding.

[@dade567]

Great words. I am also a grad from Wyotech. Now an underground Heavy Duty field Mechanic. I haven't looked back since.

[@seantatham9960]

Fantastic video. Truth; spoken from the heart.

[@zacb7427]

Too many videos like this Warren at Western equipment will run circles around most dudes, works on farm equipment never seen anyone that can compete with this dude he really the only dude I support.

[@niallcosgrove5596]

Well said, I’m a diesel mechanic started At 15 I’m now 31 years old.. but I work on anything car tractor lawnmower etc it is nuts and bolts for the best part, but control units AKA computers are what’s driving machines now a days. You really need a interest in this kinda work to do it

[@Samy-fk5tg]

Within all the job you had, is HD mechanic high on your list of favorites? &Do you still love what you do after all those years ?

[@zanegolden11]

Good video! Thanks for making this channel!

[@blacksmoke5009]

Excellent video well said 👍thankyou for sharing!

[@edwardjames6837]

Well done excellent video I agree with you 💯 you said you like the field I am a shop man been doing it for 32 years love your videos keep them coming sincerely yours Edward James

[@jagheteromer]

For anyone considering getting into this trade, I started out as a forklift field tech. Same principle here, youre alone in the field doing repair and maitenance but y ou get to be indoors atleast for the most part. Theres tons of jobs out there, its heavy work but not as heavy as diggers and earthmovers. Depending on the forklift of course. Just a side note to someone thinking about this and is maybe dismayed by the heavy labour included in heavy equipments machines

[@Oath_-]

Does that include Cherry Pickers and Electric pallet jacks also? Because I like to learn all 3

[@jagheteromer]

@@Oath_- Yes most definetly

[@Oath_-]

@@jagheteromer thanks! I shall look into the forklift field tech!

[@jamesporter2431]

I have worked on 26 ton tracked vehicles, forklifts, heat treating equipment, bobcats, tractors, excavators now I'm working on buses. I have 0 college/ trade school

[@womerboys2306]

I'm 15 will be 16 soon I will be starting college very soon in the next coming couple months since I was twelve I got an 01 ford ranger and I fully rebuilt that thing from the ground up I've loved and been around mechanics my whole life that and my love for heavy diesel equipment and field work I think this is the job that would be meant for me this was a great video

[@davecolvin310]

My man .was a break down for 28 years had more surgery than I can count working Appalachia I would have up to 50 active jobs going at ounce.retired now at 58 totally crippled love u man god bless you

[@offroadwrench5752]

That's hard to hear. So many guys have this happen to them. Today's equipment and tooling technology has come so far. Many of the guys that were retiring when I started were in the same situation. I hope the industry continues to learn from your kind of situation. God bless

[@davecolvin310]

@@offroadwrench5752 hey thank for responding to me I can imagine your life is very busy.appreciate you taking the time.its hard when your not out there anymore you miss the coworkers.i can still remember all the prints in my head for all the mining and mill equipment I rebuilt over the years.when you stop working the mind is still able but the body won't let you it's the worst you can go through.i hope you still produce content it a life line.god bless you.the work you do is very important to this country.

[@IsaacCharles-ek7xj]

Great video offroad wrench greetings from the UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS in the CARRIBBEAN US TERRITORY ST THOMAS this is a great video i am a journeyman HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC MY DAD WAS A DIESEL TECHNICIAN HE TAUGHT ME ABOUT HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS AND EARTH MOVING EQUIPMENT REPAIR BEFORE HE DIED i know how to do oil CHANGES AND CJANGE BRAKES AND WATER PUMPS AND HYDAULIC HOSES AND OTHER PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE I READ SERVICE MANUALS AND SHOP MANUALS ANF WATCH YOU TUBE VIDEOS ON HOW TO DO CERTAIN REPAIRS THANKS FOR THE GREAT VIDEOS KEEP THEM COMING GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

[@izzyauna8814]

The best advice I give is what you said also. Start working in your own car. Get out there and try. You can find cheap tools now days and so much information on KZbin. Also tech school.

[@isaaccharles3011]

Great video off Road wrench greetings from the United states virgin islands in the carribbean us territory st.thomas I am a journeyman heavy Equipment mechanic my dad taught me about heavy duty trucks and earthmoving Equipment repair he passed away last year and I am now watching you tube video on how to take apart EQUIPMENT AND IS READING SHOP MANUALS AND JUST TRYING TO GET MORE EXPERIENCE AS I GO ALONG I WANT TO BECOME CERTIFIED DIESEL TECHNICIAN JUST LIKE MY DAD I KNOW THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT WORLD IS GONE ELECTRONIC AND SO IS THE HEAVY TRUCK WORLD THANKS FOR THIS ENCOURAGING VIDEO I WILL CONTINUE TO READ BOOKS AND WATCH YOU TUBE AND I AM GOING TO GET CERTIFIED IN THIS FIELD JUST LIKE YOU I LIKE NATURE AND GOD CREATION THANKS FOR THIS UPLIFTING VIDEO BROTHER MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY BY THE WAY I AM ALSO GOING TO GET MY CDL AND TAKE WELDING CLASSES TO ADD TO MY TRADE GOD BLESS

[@thatmechanicguy8773]

Good channel. I appreciate the video. I worked in automotive for 8 years and went to a diesel shop working both in the shop and in the field depending on the day. Starting on cars and light trucks definitely gives you a jump start into heavy stuff if you’re undecided, especially the electrical and emissions stuff. I get a broad mix of work from light duty trucks, to skid steers, to over the road trucks, to large loaders. Every day is different, and it sure beats standing in a bay at a dealer fixing someone’s broken Prius. Keep up the good work.

[@Detroit3Pistons]

That Mechanic Guy I’m planning on going to school for either Automotive or Diesel. Where I work they want you to be able to work on both. I have more automotive knowledge than I do with diesel. What would you suggest I go for?

[@offroadwrench5752]

@detroit3pistons go into the side you enjoy more. Get used to going to school and decide if you want more education. Automotive training will give you the jumpstart on the future of diesel

[@thatmechanicguy8773]

Detroit3Pistons, go to both and see which one you like better.

[@emanueldano504]

I hope I work also in a big company I'm taking a training right now at monark caterpillar heavy equipment mechanic course.

[@Stank-b8w]

So, been a auto tech for 21 years, then went a utility company, now we work on “heavy equipment “ which I gotta say I love it way better then passenger cars. Btw the biggest we got are 410 Deere backhoe, which I know is a toy to you.

[@bladeriffle3283]

17 and in a trade school for diesel mechanics pretty great time

[@MaksimLiutyy]

Good job for someone young and fresh. That is the main thing that should have been mentioned here. When you come to your 40s you wouldn’t want to be field hd mechanic/trchnician anymore

[@thebackwoodsmechanic5029]

You like working on things the way I do. Solo with your tools and the machine, but what you do is much bigger the what I deal with .

[@MrDirtBikess]

Great video! I started as a mechanic at 15 and was a qualified at 18 and left the trade as soon as I got qualified. I went into construction , for 4 years but now just started as a 2nd year plant mechanic using my car qualifications to boost me forward. I’m super excited but have had some doubts I searched plant mechanic on KZbin and found your video , it was super insightful s answered all my questions , I’m a new subscriber cheers

[@offroadwrench5752]

Thats awesome to hear

[@Sojourning_]

40 years in the business, I'm 75 now, retired: I pretty much avoided the rock quarry end of it. I worked in dirt. HRD/W. work smart,, way easy to be injured in this trade, many don't stay in it. fest and famine at times. It isn't a 9 to 5 operation. High rollers, go 24 24, The Company doesn't make money off the mechanic / welder , off the equipment that is producing the wanted product, that machine fails, and momma wont see a check if the old man isn't in the seat earning the wage that machine draws in. Bid jobs are tougher. I worked on pretty much everything thrown at us. A lot of the machinery of today, Cat didn't produce. Working in rock wasn't something they wanted to deal with, but all that is changed.

[@theheavywrench9549]

Another awesome video. Great points man. Keep up the good work. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@sighpocket5]

Nice!!!!( Good Advice....!!)

[@bradparker2181]

Good job for me because I'm about go to school for 3yrs

[@godiesel4290]

Loved your video, I've been a heavy equipment field mechanic for 27 years and when you're talking sacrafice that the families have to make,if it works out right,it sets the whole family up for the future.have you had any dealings with sany equipment yet.

[@felipealvarez4654]

jim cowie how are u liking it’s I’m going to school for it’s

[@offroadwrench5752]

I haven't worked on Sany yet, but I'm not close enough to the major metropolitan either. Maybe in Seattle, but I try not to go up there if possible.

[@heavymetalmechanicX]

The Sany equipment I have experience with is hit and miss. The excavators are very basic. Built in China, but put together with good components (Cummins engine, Kawasaki pumps, etc.) Customers don't really have any major complaints. The cranes on the other hand...are junk in my opinion. We have two 65 ton rough terrain cranes that are always so F***ed up we can't even send them out to customers. They were delivered to us, brand new, with some serious safety concerns. Factory service support is non-existent. Parts availability is not good. Just my 2 cents.

[@godiesel4290]

@@heavymetalmechanicX wait until they are a year old,at least with the ones we have , from 13 tons to 40 tons,they are junk,the cooling system for the Cummins is far too small and anything over 21 tons can't sprag and sany says this is fine and the rust on the panels for a one and a half year old machine is terrible,and sany are not interested,yeah they are really cheap but that comes at a price, good to hear from you again, take care.

[@timlarcombe6831]

I did field 30 years ago, now I build 793 trannys and that suits this old bloke just fine

[@AzzyLude]

Lincoln Tech NADC Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician, start date 8-26-21 graduation 9-26-22. Welding, gas/diesel , transmissions, hydraulics, and heavy equipment is my program. I’m truly blessed

[@shanevanderpool6800]

I am always hiring crane mechanics and crane mechanic trainees. Been in the business 29 years 24 of those as a mechanic

[@chadzimmer1903]

Well said brother

[@fasteddie8225]

Where at in Utah that’s where I wrench. That’s how I got started was fuel and lube

[@jeffjones4006]

I turned wrenches on all types of equipment in the field for 40+ years. You wouldn’t get me in a shop, I love working by myself and have no regrets now that I have retired.

[@habeebs8784]

I have been a car mechanic for 8 years 310s and I am looking to switch over to heavy equipment side. I am just tired of working in the shop and just want to be out there working on the field services side.

[@offroadwrench5752]

What is it that intrigues you about the field service jobs?

[@mikesecondo2254]

I have been a field service technician for 31 years...I am not a shop guy!!! Being on the road you run the show!!!! I am 62 ..getting near time to turn in...My body taken a beating.😞

[@ryanlogan2911]

I went thru Ag/diesel school @ Montana state. Jumped in the millwright Union as I can make $200k year working turbines for Siemens and have 6 months off. Plus I don’t have to drop belly pans in the mud. To each their own. In my humble opinion diesel school doesn’t get a future mechanic ready to work on anything but engines and transmissions. The heavy rigging and welding etc to pull booms counterweights buckets tracks etc isn’t taught at all in HE school. Love the vid

[@offroadwrench5752]

Rip Logan, you're on point about the heavy rigging training. Hands on experience is currently the only training we get.

[@govtfunded]

Not every millwright makes 200k and not every diesel mechanic drops belly pans in the mud outside in sideways rain. Let's use context here. Some diesel mechanics make more than 200k, have 6 months off, and hardly get dirty, too.

[@austingoleman9431]

Start next week mechanic at a sand mine been farm equipment mechanic for a while give this a shot

[@janderu9131]

Trucks brake down next to the road. Excavators don't leave the mine site sometimes there's a work shop onsite yellow paint machines the way to go

[@ObeseMurican]

I love rolling in the field but I need fire as along as I've got oxygen and some flammable gas with a bfh I'm good.

[@mlhrepairsllc6942]

Very well spoken

[@tommater2724]

Got a D9 at our landfill 👍

[@occipital-8180]

Currently working at a Firestone shop- Super bored. Slow pace I need more movement

[@Oath_-]

I’d like to learn more and how to fix Cherry Pickers/boom lifts, forklifts and Powered/Electric Pallet Jack. Are all these part of the Heavy Equipment mechanic field or a different field?

[@offroadwrench5752]

They would fall into heavy equipment, but I would look more at material handling companies if that is what your focus is going to be

[@equipmentoperatorchannel2032]

Nice one my friend,,, done.

[@markrocksfordaze]

I’m a mechanic in the Navy right now. I work on Aviation Support Equipment which is includes diesel, hydraulics, electrical, and gas/turbine. Been trying to figure out which field is most suitable to capitalize upon my skills I’ve learned as a mechanic in the military. My question for you is do you see a lot of experience mechanics work in this field after leaving the military? Where do they start? Does their experience put them ahead at all in pay and seniority? Or would I be starting at the bottom again?

[@offroadwrench5752]

First off. Thank you for your service. I do know of a few military mechanics who have transitioned to the private sector. Follow your desire. If its boats, go towards the marine sector of the industry. If its aviation, stay in the aviation. If its the support equipment than stay there by finding an airport or airline. As far as pay and seniority, I can only speak as if I was hiring you. Seniority would be at the bottom because you would be starting a new job. Pay wise, I would start you out as high as I could based on your implied knowledge. I believe that veterans should be compensated as they return to civilian life. Beyond the initial hiring date, its on you to prove you're worth the raises.

[@equipmentoperatorchannel2032]

Nice video my friend.

[@heyman5525]

I've learned all my rigging, leverage, assembling and tooling techniques in a shop...working on 15+ton pieces. Once I went into the field, and outdoors I had the advantage by far and I found out how many guys prefer the field because they're lazy. It gives them the chance to walk around, kill time by intentionally forgetting things, driving company trucks in circles all day etc. It was sad really.

[@offroadwrench5752]

There are those guys.

[@bluecollardiesel]

Amen brother

[@ItsBarnabyJones]

Advice on becoming a diesel mechanic at 36 with a family?

[@MechTech5000]

Worked a dealership for 8 years what would it take to do this?

[@joshuachilders4894]

Just a quick question I'm a diesel mechanic myself starting out where does someone go to get big sockets I currently have a 33 mm for yunttan hammers and some other ones from napa I've heard harbor freight northern tool and tractor supply but just wondering what are some commonly uses sockets as well as how often do you use a 1 inch dr impact

[@user-ep6wd7ip7v]

Def don’t want to work out side haha shop is better come winter I’m hd it’s not that hard there is lots shit days though but there is a reason not many ppl want to do it anymore haha

[@youngrevival9715]

I’m 27 and been wrenching heavy for about 7 years. Heavy is much better field then auto or highway trucks. Working for a steel mill is my best job they provide all the tools and I keep my tools at home.

[@yodarrr4008]

Can you work on school bus and Transit bus if you’re heavy equipment mechanic?

[@pp_h]

what are the differences of jobs you get when you work in the feild vs the shop?

[@offroadwrench5752]

When it comes to heavy equipment. Shop jobs vs field jobs tend to be the difference of a heavy haul bill. Both technicians will get the same jobs. But if lowbedding to the shop makes more sense than multiple trips to the field, than a shop technician will get the big jobs. Field jobs tend to be more diagnostic and troubleshooting.

[@crush9197]

I’m going to take diesel mechanic classes at my community college in a few months but do you think that mechatronic classes will be needed eventually to be a mechanic since vehicles are going to be all electric in the future. Do you deal with electric vehicles right now?

[@michaelgamble2736]

Off-road any chance of getting a start bro..am just looking that chance..got few heavy work crets under my belt..

[@offroadwrench5752]

Where are you located?

[@razzle1245]

I am currently a 310T apprentice and have multiple relatives working in Alberta? Would someone like me being in the 310T in Canada be able switch fairly easily? Since the sectors are kinda separated as a different trade

[@korbendallas1014]

Hey man, can I email you some questions? Second semester in a diesel program at a trade school. Very... green. Starting my heavy equipment internship this summer.

[@offroadwrench5752]

Shoot me a DM through Instagram

[@emmanueldakwa1137]

I have a passion for this field can i pursue the program at age 39 ? Can you advice me please

[@eseCoyote]

I’m actually a diesel / trailer service truck tech so I’m out in the field. It’s so lonely sometimes I get depressed to be honest.

[@offroadwrench5752]

Being a road guy can definitely get lonely. I found that music and podcasts can help at times. Other times, a good Bluetooth headset to talk with buddies while at work helps.

[@GORILLA_PIMP]

Bring a chic with you man wtf! All the money you guys make doing such a manly job you should have more hotties than you can count

[@justcraziii]

Prince George BC! Represent!

[@bertcochran1770]

Thank you for the clean language.

[@givanildoteixeira2604]

Nice

[@dongningprc]

Thanks for sharing. I got a question here: of all the issues you see, what type of percentage are electrical related? Are you going to fix those as well or you only take care of the mechanical issues? Thanks!

[@offroadwrench5752]

Great question. Currently its probably around 30-35% electrical issues. Thats looking at the whole picture of what I do. As a fleet manager who does the mechanics as well. I am responsible for all the repairs. As a field mechanic, my background is the troubleshooting of the problems. It was very common for me to have a multimeter out daily. If it wasn't a hydraulic issue. If it wasn't a broken part that visibly damaged. I was testing electrical. So, as a dealer field tech on todays equipment, I would guesstimate the percentage of electrical repair to be above 50%. And also, yes, I do all the repairs that I am capable of. Yesterday I even fixed a flat tire on a skidder.