Heavy Equipment Mechanic II - Shop ($2,500 Sign-on Bonus)

Sunstate Equipment Co., LLC•McKinney, TX

18d•$26 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Sunstate Equipment Co. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic II for their shop in McKinney, TX. This role offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus and competitive pay ranging from $26-$33/hr, dependent upon experience, plus a quarterly branch performance bonus. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 5 PM, with overtime eligibility. Sunstate Equipment emphasizes safety and people as core values, offering a supportive and family-like work environment with opportunities for growth and development. They are a proud Second Chance employer and a Drug Free Workplace that participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

3+ years of experience as a diesel mechanic with a construction equipment, heavy equipment, equipment rental, or strong automotive diagnostics background.
Intermediate experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems, electrical systems and wiring, diesel engines, and Tier 4 emissions systems.
Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes and efficiently repair equipment rather than simply replacing parts.
Experience performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing malfunctions, and completing repairs on heavy construction or rental equipment.
Basic understanding of CAN bus systems, computer diagnostic software, wiring schematics, and manufacturer diagnostic procedures.
Experience working on or willingness to learn equipment such as boom lifts, scissor lifts, telehandlers, forklifts, skid steers, excavators, loaders, compressors, and other construction or rental equipment.
Must possess a basic mechanic's tool set required to perform repairs. Typical tools include metric and SAE hand tools, sockets, ratchets, torque wrench, multimeter, pry bars, pliers, screwdrivers, hammers, and other common diagnostic and repair tools.
Demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude, critical thinking skills, and a positive attitude with a willingness to learn new equipment, technologies, and repair techniques.
Attention to detail when inspecting, servicing, testing, and repairing equipment to manufacturer specifications.
Safety oriented with a commitment to following Sunstate and industry safety standards while performing equipment repairs.
Be willing and ready to learn.

Nice To Haves

Understanding electrical flow is preferred.
Basic understanding of welding and fabrication methods is preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems, electrical systems and wiring, diesel engines, and Tier 4 emissions systems.
Performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing malfunctions, and completing repairs on heavy construction or rental equipment.
Identifying root causes and efficiently repairing equipment.
Inspecting, servicing, testing, and repairing equipment to manufacturer specifications.
Learning new equipment, technologies, and repair techniques.
Following safety standards while performing equipment repairs.
Participating in approximately six weeks of hands-on training with a trainer, followed by ongoing mentoring and development.

Benefits

Uniforms Provided AND cleaned for FREE
Work Boot Allowance
Rent ANY of our equipment for FREE
FREE Prescription Safety Glasses
Unique Vacation Overtime Averaging benefit that pays you overtime while you’re on vacation!
Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility after first full month of employment.
401 Retirement Plan with up to 6% company match after 90 days.
7 Company paid holidays, 2 half days, + "My Holiday", paid day off annually to observe a holiday of your choice
Two weeks of vacation PTO in your first year + sick leave and personal time accrued after 90 days.
$2,500 Retention Bonus paid out in equal installments over 24 months every 6 months.