Service Technician Leister & Commercial Roofing Equipment

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Service Technician specializing in Leister heat welding equipment and industrial commercial roofing tools. In this role, you will diagnose, calibrate, and repair a wide range of hot-air tools, automatic roof welders, and diagnostic equipment essential to low-slope and flat-roof installations. This hands-on technical role ensures our field crews or clients experience minimal downtime and that all machinery operates safely at precise manufacturer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

· Equipment Service: Diagnose, service, and repair the complete portfolio of Leister hot-air equipment, including automatic roof welders (VARIMAT 300, 500 and 700, UNIROOF series), semi-automatic tools (UNIDRIVE 500), and handheld hot-air tools (TRIAC ST/AT, NEXHEAT 300 A-LP).

· Component Troubleshooting: Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting of heating elements, digital control interfaces (E-drive systems), electric motors, carbon brushes, and electronic control circuits.

· Thermal Calibration: Adjust temperature and airflow parameters to ensure accurate thermal performance for welding single-ply thermoplastic membranes (TPO, PVC, EPDM, and modified bitumen).

· General Equipment Service and Maintenance: Maintain and service general equipment, generator setups, and hot-air accessories.

· Service Documentation: Track parts inventory, log components utilized, and document detailed service and repair records within the internal company database.

Qualifications & Experience

· Education: High school diploma or equivalent; certificate or formal vocational training in electrical systems, mechanical repair, or industrial electronics is preferred.

· Experience: Minimum 2+ years of hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience. Direct experience repairing Leister plastic welding tools or similar industrial thermal devices is strongly preferred.

· Technical Skills: Proficient in reading electrical schematics, utilizing digital multimeters for electrical diagnostics, and servicing small electric or combustion motors.

· Certifications: Completion of a Leister-certified repair training program or a willingness to undergo manufacturer-led certification pathways at the Leister Academy is preferred.

Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work within a busy shop environment, and occasionally respond to field-service requests on active construction

Atlantic Equipment is a family-owned industry leader with over 40 years of experience specializing in the sales, rental, and precision servicing of commercial roofing, waterproofing, and industrial construction machinery. Based out of our facility in Revere, Massachusetts, we support roofing contractors across New England by maintaining a massive inventory of elite tools and safety equipment. Our company culture is built around "The Atlantic Difference"—a dedicated commitment to unparalleled customer service, high technical expertise, and a supportive, safety-first environment where our employees can grow long-term trades careers.