Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Education Requirement

HS Diploma or GED preferred with basic reading and writing skills.

Experience Requirement

• 3+ years experience as field mechanic working primarily on construction equipment

Special Skills

• CDL A a plus
• ability to work outdoors year round
• mechanical knowledge of construction equipment

Travel Requirement

Open to travel throughout VA

Position

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Pay

Pay rate: $25.00/hr - $35.00/hr (Based on experience and certifications)

Schedule

Regional- Must be able to travel to VA job sites when needed

About the Role

We are currently looking for a Field Heavy Equipment Shop Mechanic to join our Heavy Civil team at our Dinwiddie, VA Field Service Center. The Mechanic position is subject to travel throughout VA to our various job sites to support our operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and lubricating heavy construction equipment in shop and at construction job sites
• Repair trouble shooting of heavy trucks and construction equipment (i.e., loaders, dozers, cranes, backhoes, etc.), including removal of defective parts and installing new or rebuilt parts
• Test repaired equipment to insure operating efficiency
• Trouble shoot, diagnose and repair electrical systems
• Repair hydraulic systems
• Aid in dismantling and/or putting together cranes
• Make preventative maintenance checks and inspections

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's license is required
• Min. CDL B preferred

Skills

• Basic mechanical knowledge of construction equipment
• Ability to work outdoors year round

Benefits

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs that include Orthopedic Care
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Information

• Founded in 1902
• Fourth generation, family-owned company
• Major operations in heavy civil, general construction and geotechnical construction services

Core Values

• Integrity
• Mutual respect
• Safety
• Innovation
• Sense of urgency
• Community

Our Culture

• Cultivates a workforce and preserves a culture built on our core values
• Committed to providing equal and equitable opportunities and rewarding experiences
• Values diversity and inclusion
• Family business providing a safe and healthy work environment