Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Field and Shop)

Responsibilities

• Travel to active job sites to diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues with heavy construction equipment.
• Evaluate equipment issues and determine whether the repairs can be completed in the field or require shop repair.
• Troubleshoot and repair drill rigs, cranes, support equipment, and other construction machinery.
• Perform preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including scheduled inspections and servicing.
• Inspect equipment for safety compliance and operational readiness.
• Auxiliary operators with mechanical troubleshooting during active construction operations.
• Auxiliary with coordinating transportation of equipment for major repairs when required.
• Document work performed, parts used, and repair recommendations.
• Organize, complete, and store service reports and maintenance logs.
• Track recurring equipment issues and communicate trends to Equipment Manager.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience repairing heavy construction equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school or vocational training in heavy equipment repair or diesel mechanic curriculum preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test.
• Local and regional travel as required to repair and maintain equipment.
• Focus, stand, walk, kneel, climb, bend, and work from heights or within confined space during assigned shift.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds of materials over rough terrain.
• Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a safe driving record.
• Follow all safety procedures, use proper protective equipment, and help maintain a safe job site by identifying and reporting potential hazards.

Safety

Support the company’s safety and risk management objectives by adhering to established procedures, proactively identifying and addressing potential risks, and contributing to the achievement of safety goals through the use of metrics and continuous improvement efforts.

Don’t hurt yourself, don’t hurt anyone else, and don’t let anyone hurt you; a simple philosophy that has been adopted at Schnabel. We live by this belief to provide a safe and healthy workplace for all our employees and subcontractors.

Compensation and Benefits

• $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
• Company Service Truck and Mechanics Tools (Truck can not be taken home)
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Health Insurance
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• Strong PTO Offering
• Company Technology or Stipend