Heavy Equipment/Fleet Mechanic

Frontline Road Safety•Tualatin, OR

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Specialized Pavement Marking (SPM), a Frontline Road Safety Group company, is a best-in-class partner and premier leader in the highway striping/pavement marking industry. We’re known for delivering on our three pillars: Safety, Quality, and Production. As we grow, we’re building a high-performing maintenance team that keeps our fleet reliable, compliant, and jobsite-ready. We are seeking a dedicated, experienced Fleet Mechanic / Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team in Tualatin, OR. This role is ideal for a mid-to-senior mechanic who can independently diagnose complex issues, drive preventative maintenance, and help raise the standard for fleet uptime and safety.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
3–5+ years of relevant experience as a fleet/heavy equipment mechanic (more experience welcome).
Strong experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, and DOT-related inspections/repairs.
Welding and fabrication experience.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
Manual dexterity and strong hand/eye coordination.
Ability to lift/transport 50+ lbs.
Ability to work indoors/outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Team-oriented, dependable, and safety-focused.
Provide your own basic hand tools (specialty tools are provided).

Nice To Haves

Technical degree and/or industry certifications (diesel/heavy equipment, hydraulics, ASE or similar).
Experience maintaining pavement marking/striping equipment (striping trucks, paint systems, pumps, burners/heaters, and glass bead systems).
Experience using a maintenance tracking system/CMMS and documenting repairs/PMs.
Root-cause troubleshooting mindset; ability to recommend reliability improvements and standard work.
Experience mentoring junior mechanics or leading work in a shop/field environment.
Valid Class B Driver’s License with clean driving record. Class A strongly preferred. HazMat endorsement (or ability to obtain) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair light- to heavy-duty construction equipment, prioritizing safety, uptime, and quality workmanship.
Troubleshoot complex electrical, hydraulic, diesel, and HVAC/A/C issues using service manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools.
Perform preventative maintenance (PM) per OEM/operations manuals; identify wear trends and recommend corrective actions.
Complete DOT inspections and ensure equipment remains compliant and road-ready.
Remove and replace components using appropriate hand/power tools; verify repairs through functional testing and documentation.
Fabricate, weld, and cut parts as needed (arc welding, wire feed, and flame cutting).
Troubleshoot and repair pavement marking/striping systems, including paint circulation and pressure issues, clogged lines, worn packings/seals, spray pattern problems, and electrical/solenoid or pneumatic controls.
Service and calibrate glass bead delivery systems and striping components (dispensers, gates, sensors, air systems) to support consistent application and quality.
Support readiness of striping trucks/equipment by performing pre-season inspections, PMs, and functional checks on paint, bead, heater, and air/hydraulic systems.
Perform routine maintenance (oil changes, batteries, lubrication, filters) and support seasonal readiness (heaters, striping systems, etc.).
Work safely and consistently follow established Company Safety Policies and procedures.
Partner with operations/supervision on repair priorities, parts needs, and scheduling to minimize downtime.
Perform other related duties as assigned.