Heavy Diesel Equipment /Technician Mechanic

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic to perform mechanical repair and maintenance of heavy trucks, earth moving, and related construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on diesel engines and heavy machinery such as pavers, millers, rollers, and bobcats, as well as company vehicles.
• Perform scheduled maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Handle complex and major repairs independently.
• Utilize middle to advanced-level welding skills for various types of welding as needed.
• Respond to field service calls with a focus on delivering high-quality, timely repairs.
• Conduct on-site repairs at job locations to minimize downtime.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with managers regarding repair progress and parts inventory needs.
• Work effectively within a team, demonstrating a willingness to learn and train others.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships.

Requirements

• Skilled at large tractor truck diesels, including CAT and CUMMINS engines, and large diesel Peterbilt and MACK engines.
• Skilled with transmissions, exhaust systems, fuel systems, drivelines, differentials, hubs, and all other components of equipment including pavers, millers, rollers, and bobcats.
• Experienced working on Bobcats / skid steer equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues to ensure proper functioning and safe operation.

Physical Requirements

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Constantly
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Constantly
• Adjusting, moving, and lifting objects in all directions: Constantly
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Constantly
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Constantly
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Occasionally
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Rarely

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Standing
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Constantly
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Rarely

Working Conditions

• Low temperatures: Occasionally
• High temperatures: Occasionally
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Occasionally
• Noisy environments: Constantly
• Hazardous conditions: Occasionally
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Occasionally
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Occasionally
• Office environment: Rarely

Benefits

Pave America offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well-being.