Equipment Mechanic Field Service Technician

Bechtel•South Houston, TX

About The Position

The Equipment Mechanic Field Service Technician operates, inspects, maintains, diagnoses, and repairs construction and marine equipment in field environments. Equipment may include skid steers, loaders, dozers, graders, generators, trucks, forklifts, aerial work platforms, trailers, excavators, backhoes, trenchers, pile drivers, ATVs, tugboats, construction barges, dredging vessels, and support craft. Duties include preventive maintenance, equipment disassembly and reassembly, identifying damage or wear, replacing defective engines and subassemblies, and testing overhauled equipment. The technician documents maintenance, service, and repairs using electronic mobile devices and maintains housekeeping of work areas and equipment. The role involves working outdoors in all weather conditions and traveling to project sites. Specific duties and skills may vary.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license; a CDL with Hazmat may be required.
Marine equipment mechanic experience.
Typically requires 48 months of industrial construction experience.
Proficiency in maintaining and repairing heavy equipment.
Knowledge of air brake systems and vehicle maintenance procedures.
Experience in automotive repair and maintenance.
Knowledge and proficiency with diagnostic tools, which may include CANBUS, CAT ET, CUMMINS INSITE, and GENIE and JLG systems.
Familiarity with power tools and their safe operation.
Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and diagrams.
Skill in assembling and disassembling equipment.
Knowledge of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) guidelines and specifications.
Ability to travel to various project sites.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Operate and inspect machines or equipment to diagnose defects and repair construction equipment.
Perform routine preventive maintenance on heavy construction equipment in field environments, including lubrication and replacement of brakes, belts, hoses, filters, and fluids, as well as engine tune-ups.
Maintain and repair marine equipment, potentially including tugboats, construction barges, dredging vessels, support craft, crew boats, and utility boats.
Dismantle and reassemble systems on heavy construction equipment.
Identify excessive equipment damage or wear.
Replace defective engines and subassemblies.
Test and inspect overhauled equipment to ensure efficient operation.
Maintain company records documenting equipment maintenance, service, and repairs using electronic mobile devices.
Maintain housekeeping of work areas and equipment.
Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
Assist with lifting, positioning, and securing materials and work pieces during installation.
Perform maintenance or cleaning activities on tools and equipment.
Perform digging tasks using appropriate equipment.
Push or pull toolboxes to position them while working on equipment.
Follow all safety procedures.
Travel to various project sites.
Communicate effectively with clients or customers and provide strong customer service.