Mobile Equiptment Mechanic

About the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and overhauling heavy-duty diesel-powered mobile equipment. This role requires a minimum of 2+ years of related Mobile Equipment Maintenance experience, with a preference for CAT maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical system failures on diesel-powered heavy equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance, including oil and filter services, lubrication, and brake and driveline inspections.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams to ensure accurate repairs.
• Use hand and power tools, pressure and electrical test equipment to verify equipment performance and diagnose faults.
• Conduct pre-shift safety inspections in accordance with MSHA and company guidelines to ensure operational readiness.
• Maintain and manage parts inventories; order supplies in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
• Operate haul trucks and loaders as needed to support repair and maintenance activities safely.
• Mentor and train junior technicians or less-experienced mechanics as part of skills development.
• Collaborate with shop supervisors to prioritize work orders and organize field maintenance tasks.
• Ensure all repair documentation and inspection reports are completed accurately and submitted on time.

Qualifications

• Vocational or Technical Training
• 2+ years of related Mobile Equipment Maintenance experience, preferred CAT maintenance preferred
• Welding and metalworking skills
• Mechanical analysis
• Design tools
• Mechanical controls
• Troubleshooting
• MSHA compliance and regulations
• Problem solving
• Detail oriented
• Time management

Additional Details

• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., bend, stoop, climb, and reach. Must have good depth perception with or without seeing aid for distances up to 150 feet. Must have strong hand-eye-foot coordination.
• Working Conditions: All duties require outside assignments and require periods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet, dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dBs.