Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Traveling/Field

Flare Construction, LLC•Murray, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Flare Construction, LLC, a Quanta Services Company, is a full-service contractor providing heavy, civil, industrial, and energy construction and maintenance services across the Western US, primarily in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Arizona, and surrounding states. Established in 1976, our success is built on long-term employees, exceptional workmanship, and an unwavering commitment to safety. Flare Construction is seeking an experienced Fleet and Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support operations primarily in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Arizona, and surrounding states. This is a traveling field assignment working from a field service truck, keeping heavy equipment and fleet vehicles running so crews stay productive and on schedule. Mechanics service equipment on any Civil or Gas Division project or site, and may be based out of our Coalville, UT shop when not traveling. Candidates must be willing to travel to project locations outside the primary service area as work requires. Travel is 75–100% of the time, with extended travel and temporary relocation to project sites as needed. Assignments may run from a few days to several months or longer, and project schedules may require extra hours and weekends. This role offers competitive pay and per diem for a qualified mechanic ready to work independently in a fast-paced, field-based environment.

Requirements

3+ years of experience on fleet vehicles and/or heavy construction equipment
Experience performing independent field service and mobile repairs
Proficiency diagnosing diesel engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical systems
Ability to work independently from a field service truck and in the project yard
Own set of industry-standard mechanic tools (required regardless of whether Flare or the mechanic provides the service truck)
Willingness to travel to other project sites as needed, including outside the primary service area
Willingness to work extra hours and weekends when project schedules require
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Current DOT medical card
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and work in physically demanding outdoor conditions
OSHA 10 certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire)

Nice To Haves

CDL with endorsements (strongly preferred; not required)
AC Certification
Proficiency with diagnostic software (CAT ET, Cummins INSITE, or similar)
OSHA 30 certification
Experience in civil construction or energy infrastructure industries
Associate degree or technical certification in diesel mechanics or heavy equipment

Responsibilities

Independently inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems on fleet vehicles and heavy construction equipment at project sites and in the shop.
Perform and oversee scheduled preventive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and reliability throughout the project.
Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, and cooling systems using diagnostic tools, manuals, and software.
Respond to field repair calls and perform on-site repairs at active work locations.
Conduct DOT and OSHA compliance inspections and document findings accurately in the fleet management system.
Maintain accurate service records and maintenance logs.
Assist with parts procurement and supply coordination to keep the project running without interruption.
Comply with all safety policies and environmental regulations; report hazards or incidents immediately.