Heavy Equipment Mechanic
DeAngelo Contracting Services · Knoxville, IA · Yesterday
ManufacturingFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on diesel, gasoline, and spray equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and spray system issues.
- Conduct inspections and test drives to ensure safe operation.
- Maintain accurate repair records and shop inventory.
- Auxiliary tasks include assisting with equipment fabrication and custom builds.
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Respond to emergency breakdowns in the field when required.
- Assist vegetation spray crews in the field, including railroad vegetation management operations during downtime.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in mechanics preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with a minimum of 5 years of clean driving history required. Class B CDL preferred but not required.
- Proven experience repairing heavy trucks (both gas and diesel).
- Skilled in welding.
- Proficient in using hand tools and power equipment, including chainsaws, trimmers, and blowers.
- Experience working on sweepers, catch basin trucks, and tractors required.
- Willingness and flexibility to work overtime is needed.
- Must have your own tools.
Additional Information
Benefits:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Career Development
- Employee Referral Program
Pay
Pay rate: $25.00-30 per hour depending on experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pre-employment screenings may be required.