Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

CK Contractors & Development•Kings Mountain, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

CK Contractors & Development, LLC is seeking a skilled and motivated Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic to join their team. This role is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a variety of heavy equipment used in construction and site development operations. The Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic is a non-exempt position responsible for repairing, servicing, and maintaining all the equipment the company owns (heavy equipment, diesel, gas, small engine). This is a great opportunity to join a long-standing, reputable company that values teamwork, safety, and craftsmanship, offering competitive wages, excellent benefits, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

Requirements

5 or more years of mechanical or automotive experience.
Extensive knowledge of diesel engines, electronic controls, and computer based diagnostic systems.
Good driving record and insurable by vehicle insurance company.
Ability to perform repairs and maintenance in the field and shop settings.
Must be able to read, interpret, and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics along with service manuals to help diagnose issues to be able to make repairs.
Proficiency with maintenance and repair tools.
Must demonstrate excellent safety awareness, and a willingness to comply with company policies and safety standards; Working knowledge of construction site safety, truck maintenance, and road safety regulations.
Must be able to work with others to achieve company results; Have the ability to think critically to analyze information and make sound decisions.
Effective communication with other mechanics, truck drivers and field personnel is critical, both verbally and nonverbally; this includes the ability to listen to the ideas of others.
Must have reliable transportation to be at work when scheduled and have the ability to travel.
Must wear proper attire at all times including safety vests, safety glasses when appropriate, long pants, hard sole/close-toed shoes, and reflect a clean and presentable image.
Continuous mental and visual attention is necessary to safely and effectively complete work tasks.
Must own and maintain own set of tools and toolbox.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class A license a plus.
Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
Periodic evenings, nights and weekends, and overtime hours are expected.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel power systems on a variety of construction equipment including but not limited to dozers, skid loaders, dump trucks, excavators, and various other heavy construction equipment as well as some small engines such as chainsaws and generators.
Test equipment following repair of assemble to ensure proper performance and compliance with operating specifications.
Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
Use diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices to determine required malfunctions and necessary repairs.
Responsible for service documentation, ordering parts, and maintaining assigned service truck.
Ensuring cleanliness of work area.
Will work both in the shop and out at job sites; Ability to navigate to job sites and material sources in a timely manner.
Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met.
Must have the initiative, ability, and willingness to perform and assist with other job positions for job completion as requested.
Maintain attendance at work, including presence at work during regular work hours or other schedules as may be assigned. Acceptance of overtime assignments will also be required based on operational needs.