Types of Service Trucks

What is a Service Truck?

Service trucks, also known as work trucks or utility trucks, have many different varieties designed to handle specific industries and objectives. Regular pickup trucks are often smaller and less specialized than service trucks, which are tailored with certain features and tools to meet their intended uses. They are commonly used by technicians and professionals in the construction, utilities, maintenance, and repair industries. These trucks are designed and equipped with specialized bodies and attachments to store supplies, tools, and equipment that may be necessary to get the job done.

Common Types of Service Trucks

Crane Trucks

Crane trucks are equipped with a hydraulic crane that is mounted on the back. This type of service truck is used for lifting and moving heavy equipment or materials to and from job sites.

Bucket Trucks

Bucket trucks, also known as aerial work platforms or cherry pickers, are equipped with an extending boom that has a bucket or platform at the end. This type of service truck is used for maintenance and repair on electrical lines, streetlights, and other hard to reach areas.

Service Body Trucks

Service body trucks are equipped with an enclosed utility body behind the cabin of the vehicle. The purpose of this truck is to store and carry tools, equipment, and supplies. This type of service truck is used by a variety of tradespeople such as electricians, HVAC technicians, and plumbers.

Fuel & Lube Trucks

Fuel and lube trucks are equipped with tanks and dispensing systems to deliver and carry a variety of fluids such as oil and fuel. This type of service truck is used to bring fluids to machinery and equipment in various locations.

Mobile Workshop Trucks

Mobile workshop trucks are fully equipped service bodies with specialized compartments to be traveling repair vehicles. This type of service truck is used to perform repairs and maintenance for vehicles and equipment that would be difficult to relocate.

Water Trucks

Water trucks are equipped with large tanks to transport and spray water. This type of service truck is used in construction, road maintenance, and mining - specifically for compaction, dust control, and firefighting purposes.

Common Features of Service Trucks

Service Body

Trucks with service bodies are supplied with multiple compartments, shelves, and drawers that are used to organize and store equipment, tools, and supplies. The most important features of a service body include transferability, sizing, rust and water resistance, and stability.

Crane or Lift

Trucks with cranes or lifts are supplied with a hydraulic crane or lift mounted bed. It allows for heavy equipment, vehicles, or materials to be easily lifted and maneuvered where necessary. The most common types of mobile crane types include knuckle boom, long boom, telescopic, Z-fold, or service and construction cranes.

Compressed Air System

Trucks with compressed air systems are supplied with compressed air for powering pneumatic tools. Service trucks used by mechanics or for construction purposes may have a compressed air system to help on the job site.

Generators

These trucks are supplied with a built-in generator to provide electricity on job sites that have limited accessibility. They can be used to power lights, tools, or any other electrical equipment.

Welding Equipment

Trucks with welding equipment are supplied with machinery to easily weld and perform on-site work. This equipment is usually attached to service trucks for use by metalworkers and welders.

Specialty Equipment

Service trucks may be customized with additional components for specialty equipment. Depending on the industry or type of trade, service trucks often come equipped with specialty equipment, including pressure washers, fuel dispensers, water tanks, lubricant storage, or many other features and options.

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