HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

About The Role

A Maintenance Technician is a skilled professional with a practical mindset and strong attention to detail. This role is responsible for performing mechanical and electrical repair, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on heavy equipment and plant systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment including cranes, forklifts, skid steers, trucks, loaders, and excavators
• Perform preventative maintenance and major component repairs on diesel engines, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems for heavy equipment
• Inspect, service, and maintain heavy equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation and minimize downtime
• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs on manufacturing equipment and plant systems including conveyors, mixers, electrical distribution, HVAC, and automation controls
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergency repair needs in a timely manner
• Operate heavy equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, and yard vehicles as needed
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals for both heavy equipment and plant systems
• Ensure all equipment is tested, compliant, and safe prior to returning to service while maintaining accurate maintenance records and a clean, safe work environment

Requirements

• The ideal candidate is a hands-on Maintenance Technician with strong mechanical, electrical, and diesel knowledge, capable of diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment and plant systems with confidence.
• They are a proactive problem solver who can adapt to changing priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• This individual takes pride in their work, communicates clearly, and consistently applies their technical expertise to maintain safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in diesel maintenance, heavy equipment mechanic work, or mechanical/machine repair/troubleshooting
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and diesel systems (including hydraulics and pneumatics)
• Experience with heavy equipment and/or industrial manufacturing environments
• Ability to diagnose and repair equipment issues efficiently
• Experience operating cranes, forklifts, or similar equipment preferred
• Basic welding and fabrication experience is a plus
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical manuals
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to work indoors/outdoors and in varying conditions

Skills

• Hands-on experience with heavy equipment and plant systems
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and diesel knowledge
• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

At Wells, you’re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you’re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans. Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees. Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements.

Pay

Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

Based on experience, the salary range is $25.73-$40 an hour.

Schedule

Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use

Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours

Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently

Willingness to work indoors/outdoors and in varying conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (Depending on location)

Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

Company Information

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. #INDLABOR