Utility Equipment Road Mechanic

Utility Equipment Road Mechanic

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Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Buckley, MI;
Cadillac, MI;
Fife Lake, MI;
Interlochen, MI;
Kalkaska, MI;
Kingsley, MI;
Lake City, MI;
Manton, MI;
Mesick, MI;
Traverse City, MI

Additional Locations: Surrounding areas of Cadillac, MI

Work Site: Hybrid

Req : 216079

Oversee the maintenance, functionality and repairs of company equipment, tools and materials. We are currently looking for an experienced Road Mechanic to keep our level of committed safety and service to our Davey Service Lines. The role includes diagnostics and repairs on trucks and equipment such as chippers, aerials, cranes, and trailers. Responsibilities also include DOT and ANSI safety inspections. The candidate must interact with Managers on a professional level while discussing their service needs.

The company will provide the service truck and any necessary training; the mechanic must provide his own tools. The position may include overtime, occasional overnight, and emergency after-hours road calls. This is a great opportunity for a hard‑working mechanic to work for a great company that offers a competitive salary and full‑time benefits. This is a full‑time travel position in Cadillac, Michigan and surrounding areas, all expenses paid.

• Keep us rolling to our jobs by making sure nothing stops us.
• Inspect and repair office vehicles and equipment including but not limited to:
• CDL Vehicles:
  Bucket Trucks, Log Trucks, Chip Trucks, etc.
• Pick‑Up Trucks
• Aerial Lifts
• Brush Chippers
• Mobile Equipment
• Small Engine equipment
• Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

• Experience in truck mechanical repairs, diesel engines, and hydraulics.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Valid CDL driver’s license.

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job‑specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee‑owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Locations throughout the US in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by industry‑expert safety specialists and skills trainers.
• Scholarship program for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• All listed benefits are available to eligible employees.

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee‑owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. We are currently looking to add a dynamic Mechanic to our passionate team of tree care professionals.

Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

If requested by an employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1‑877‑411‑7601 or

Permanent, Full Time. Travel expectations up to 50%.