Mechanic - Heavy Equipment

Springborn Staffing

Portsmouth, NH

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Bulldozer, Communication Skills, Compactor, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Concrete, Diagnostics Solutions/Software, Diesel Engine, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Excavation, Excavator, Grader, Hand Tools, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Loaders, Maintenance Services, On Site Support, Physical Demands, Preventative Maintenance, Pumps, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Testing, Welding
LOCATION
Portsmouth, NH
POSTED
22 days ago

Who We're Hiring For:

Our client is a specialized heavy civil contractor performing complex excavation, bridge, dam rehabilitation, marine, and heavy concrete work throughout Maine and New Hampshire. They are a small, highly capable team that takes on technically challenging infrastructure projects.

Job description – What You’ll Do

  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy civil equipment (excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, compactors, haul trucks).
  • Perform preventive maintenance, services, and DOT/annual inspections where applicable.
  • Troubleshoot diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical, cooling, fuel, and drivetrain systems.
  • Rebuild/replace components (pumps, cylinders, undercarriage, pins/bushings) and perform alignments/track adjustments.
  • Conduct field service at job sites using a service truck; complete shop repairs as needed.
  • Perform light fabrication/welding for brackets, guards, and wear items.
  • Use diagnostic software and manuals to pinpoint faults; verify repairs with test procedures.
  • Keep accurate maintenance logs, parts usage, and work orders in the CMMS.
  • Maintain a clean, safe workspace; manage fluids, filters, and waste per environmental rules.
  • Communicate clearly with foremen and operators about timelines, parts, and equipment status.

Tools & Equipment

  • Company provides service truck, major/specialty tools, and diagnostic software.
  • Mechanic supplies personal hand tools and toolbox (tool allowance available if offered).

Work Environment & Physical Demands

  • Frequent climbing on/off equipment, kneeling, bending, and working at heights or in confined spaces.
  • Exposure to dust, grease, noise; strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE.

About the Company

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Springborn Staffing