Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

Overview

Are you tired of working for a big corporation? Ready to manage a shop?

Are you working as a freelance Mechanic and can’t seem to get paid on a timely basis?

If this sounds like you this opportunity might be the next step in your continued career as a Heavy Equipment Shop Manager.

• Be responsible for equipment mechanics and the maintenance of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and welding.
• Maintain equipment including excavators, loaders, backhoes, blades, semis, off-road haul trucks, pickups, pumps, and generators.
• Perform most minor repairs in the field and major work in the shop.
• Operate and maintain a company provided medium-duty mechanic truck or 2 ton pickup with service bed and perform other duties as assigned.
• Monitor and perform routine scheduled maintenance.
• Collaborate with all departments to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Meet the physical requirements of the role (walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, and lifting over 40 lbs).
• Adhere to salaried position expectations and time management.

• 10+ years related equipment repair, servicing and maintenance experience minimum.
• Shop management experience is a plus.
• Your own tools, valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record.
• Formal diesel mechanic training that includes maintenance and repair of hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Class A driver’s license and certified welding experience preferred.
• Experience with excavators, loaders, back hoes, blades, scrapers, dump trucks, semis and off-road trucks as well as pickups, pumps, and generators.
• Maintenance on mixed fleet of heavy construction equipment.
• Time management skills greatly desired.

• Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• To apply, please include a cover letter, resume and equipment list. On your equipment list, include details of type, model and manufacturer, and your personal involvement in these repairs.
• Salaries and benefits listed herein are only a guideline. Any information is subject to change and will be adjusted depending on experience.
• All searches are held in the utmost discretion. Confidentiality is exercised to the fullest, both to our candidates and clients. There are no fees to our candidates.