Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Are you a seasoned expert in your field, a troubleshooting champion who can identify any sound, and eager to share your knowledge? Do you thrive working with cutting-edge equipment in a collaborative team environment that supports your growth with ongoing training and career advancement opportunities? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team in Columbia City, IN. In this role, you will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of heavy-duty off-road construction equipment, with opportunities for career progression into a Lead Mechanic or Maintenance Manager.

Pay: $30 - $40 per hour, depending on experience

Shift/Schedule: 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM or 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM / Sunday-Thursday or Monday-Friday

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Prescription coverage
• 401(K) with a 3% employer contribution
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Year-round, non-weather dependent employment
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified skilled trade programs
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Employee Referral Program

Responsibilities: As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, your key duties will include:

• Adhering to all safety regulations, policies, and maintaining proper records
• Dismantling and reassembling trucks, machines, and equipment to access and diagnose issues
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area to allow safe movement and equipment access
• Inspecting machines visually and audibly to identify malfunctions
• Reading schematics and utilizing diagnostic software to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Performing welding, cutting, and fabrication on equipment and components
• Meeting and exceeding customer service expectations

Skills & Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Expertise in off-road heavy equipment and its systems
• Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, braking systems, electrical systems, drivelines, steering mechanisms, and suspensions
• Experience with Tier IV Emissions systems
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, climb, or crawl under or on top of equipment
• Skill in manipulating components in hard-to-reach areas using hands and tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Valid Driver’s License
• Willingness to take on additional duties as needed