Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Principal Accountabilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on heavy equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Maintain equipment such as industrial heavy equipment, forklifts, loaders, conveyors, pumps, compressors
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and minimize downtime
• Perform welding, fabrication, and parts replacement as required
• Complete maintenance work orders and document repairs accurately
• Follow all safety, lockout/tagout, and environmental procedures
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, rain, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of industrial or heavy equipment maintenance experience
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (bearings, gearboxes, belts, chains)
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Working knowledge of DPF and DEF equipment systems
• Experience working with heavy equipment drivetrain systems
• Ability to read schematics, manuals, and work instructions
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CAT SIS/ET and John Deere computer diagnostic systems
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, food production, or processing environments
• Heavy equipment/industrial maintenance technical diploma from a trade school, or 3 years equivalent experience
• Electrical troubleshooting experience (motors, controls, VFDs)
• Welding certification or demonstrated welding experience
• Forklift or mobile equipment certification
• Vocational or technical trade training
• CMRT, PMMI, or related maintenance certifications