Mechanic

Barnhart

Chesapeake, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agriculture, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Class A License, Community and Social Services, Continuous Improvement, Crane, Dental Insurance, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forklift, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Heavy Lifting, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, John Deere Equipment, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Services, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Schematics, Servant leadership, Team Lead/Manager, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Chesapeake, VA
POSTED
7 days ago

Join a Team That Builds, Lifts, and Moves America

At Barnhart, we don't just maintain equipment — we solve complex challenges that power industries across the country. If you're a skilled mechanic who enjoys variety, independence, and hands-on problem solving, this role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most dynamic heavy equipment in the field while growing your career with a national leader in the industry.

What You'll Do

As a Mechanic, you'll take ownership of maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of heavy equipment, keeping operations running safely and efficiently. In this role, you will:

  • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on a wide range of equipment
  • Diagnose and fix mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
  • Work on trucks, trailers, cranes, forklifts, gantries, and heavy haul equipment
  • Handle everything from routine oil changes to major repairs like engine replacements
  • Maintain equipment records using tablets and shop systems
  • Support a high-volume, fast-moving maintenance program with daily repair needs

Why You'll Love This Role

  • Competitive Pay + Weekly Pay Schedule
  • Permanent, full-time role with strong, consistent workload with steady hours and overtime opportunities
  • 401(k) program with company match up to 10% of pay
  • Family medical, dental and vision insurance is available after 90 days of employment
  • Paid time off and other benefits
  • Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities
  • Opportunity to work on industry-leading equipment
  • Long-term growth opportunities to learn and specialize across different systems and take ownership in a growing in-house maintenance program
  • Join a company with a strong safety-first, team-driven culture
  • Work on a wide variety of equipment — no two days are the same
  • Opportunity to learn and specialize across different systems

What You Bring

We're looking for entry-level or experienced mechanics with strong mechanical aptitude who are hands-on, dependable, and ready to solve problems. We are open to Candidates with automotive or agricultural (John Deere, etc.) backgrounds looking to transition.

Required:

  • Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues
  • Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast-paced shop environment
  • Willingness to work safely and handle a variety of repair tasks

Preferred:

  • Experience with cranes, diesel, or heavy equipment maintenance
  • CDL Class A (or ability to obtain)
  • Experience reading electrical and hydraulic schematics

Work Environment

  • Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (flexible during the summer)
  • 40–55 hours per week with overtime potential
  • Occasional weekends
  • No travel – shop-based role


PURPOSE – Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.

MINDS OVER MATTER – Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.

NETWORK – Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest networks of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.

CULTURE – Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the “One TEAM.” We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

About the Company

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Barnhart

Established in 1969, Barnhart is a leading national supplier of all types of lifting and transportation services. Our full service branches offer crane rental, machinery moving, and plant relocation as well as many other services. Our major project offices serve heavy industry with everything required to move and set heavy equipment. What Barnhart offers is not just good equipment but people with ideas. Our aggressive pursuit of the best solution or technique for your project is what we call - Minds Over Matter.
COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Business Services - Other
FOUNDED
1969
WEBSITE
http://www.barnhartcrane.com/