Field Mechanic (Heavy Equipment)

About the role

The Field Mechanic (Heavy Equipment) plays a crucial role in maintaining and repairing heavy civil construction equipment. Haydon, a company founded in 1991, specializes in providing comprehensive construction solutions across various sectors including commercial, heavy civil, preconstruction, landscape, and building information modeling.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses problems and performs mechanical repair and maintenance of heavy civil construction equipment (bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, front end loaders, yard trucks, forklifts, and company vehicles).
• Inspects and documents condition of equipment for items needing repair or service.
• Replaces or repairs defective parts using hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and welding equipment.
• Rebuilds or fabricates parts.
• Lubricates moving parts and operates repaired equipment to verify conformance to specifications.
• Performs tasks per preventative maintenance checklist.
• Drives pick-up or service truck.
• Safety conscious and responds to inquiries promptly; follows through to ensure the situation is taken care of correctly.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in repair/maintenance/welding in heavy civil construction equipment.
• A High School diploma or its equivalent.
• Ability to cut, weld, and fabricate.
• Experience and knowledge of CAT ET diagnostic tool.
• Able to climb ladders and operate equipment safely.
• Working knowledge and understanding of OSHA rules and regulations.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Previous experience reading technical manuals and understanding of schematic diagrams preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Valid state-specific driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record meeting Haydon’s insurability requirements.

Additional Requirements

• Exposed to high temperatures, cool/cold temperatures, loud noises, and fumes.
• Work in the construction area poses significantly greater risk due to moving construction equipment and active construction zones with trip and fall hazards.
• Requires a valid state-specific driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record that meets Haydon’s insurability requirements.

Benefits

• Health Options: Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Critical Illness, Hospital, Accident
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Infertility Treatment Coverage
• Worklife Balance
• Professional Development
• Teamwork / Camaraderie
• Retirement Planning

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime as needed.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Health Options: Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Critical Illness, Hospital, Accident
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Infertility Treatment Coverage
• Worklife Balance
• Professional Development
• Teamwork / Camaraderie
• Retirement Planning

Qualifications

• Current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Company Information

Haydon is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona and is dedicated to serving the entire spectrum of the construction industry with a focus on quality, innovation, and community service.