Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- Paid travel
- M&IE and lodging per diem
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Profit sharing
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Perform repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment, including PLC Rivard trenchers, backhoes, excavators, dozers, and ancillary tools.
- Operate machinery to diagnose defects, troubleshoot issues, and verify repairs.
- Weld, fabricate, and hard-face wear components on trenchers to extend equipment life.
- Conduct thorough inspections of all company equipment and submit detailed inspection forms.
- Order parts, complete requisition forms accurately, and manage inventory to minimize downtime.
- Assist supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates with mechanical tasks, providing training and guidance as needed.
- Communicate maintenance concerns effectively with crew leaders and team members.
- Follow all safety protocols, wear required PPE, and participate in daily safety meetings.
- Maintain a clean, orderly work area and equipment to support efficient operations.
- Complete assigned tasks within project timelines while maintaining quality standards.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- 2-5 years of related mechanical experience in heavy equipment.
- Willingness to travel 100% and relocate to job sites nationwide.
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds, perform manual labor, handle frequent bending and lifting, and work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
- Strong oral and written communication skills with excellent collaboration abilities.
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screenings and background checks.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Completion of a 2-year post-secondary mechanical program.
- Comprehensive knowledge of equipment maintenance, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, emissions systems, and diesel/gasoline engines.
- Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety certification.
- Hands-on experience in construction or underground utility projects.
- Experience with construction hand tools and power equipment.
- Daily per diem allowance for meals, incidentals, and lodging.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (60% employer-paid health; 100% for dental/vision if enrolled).
- 401(k) retirement and profit-sharing plan.
- Paid travel for project rotations.
- Paid training programs and mentorship for career advancement.
- Collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth in sustainable projects.
- Additional perks include year-round employment stability.
- Field-based with 100% travel; per diem for meals/lodging and paid transportation provided.
- Schedule: Monday-Saturday, 7 AM-5 PM, with overtime during peaks and flexibility for family needs.
- Outdoor exposure to weather (rain, heat); safety gear and training supplied.
- Physical demands: Lifting, standing, bending, walking, pushing, reaching, fine dexterity, and operating machinery for extended periods; accommodations for disabilities.
- Project rotations: 4-6 months with optional 1-week breaks every 4 weeks; year-round stability.