Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Merlo Construction•Brighton, MI

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing the company’s fleet of heavy equipment, diesel engines, and heavy trucks, including excavators, loaders, dozers, and related construction equipment. The position performs preventative maintenance, diagnoses mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine issues, and performs welding and fabrication as needed. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is expected to identify potential equipment issues, minimize downtime, and maintain a high standard of safety and quality while staying current with evolving equipment and diagnostic technologies. The ideal candidate takes pride in their craft and is committed to continuously improving their skills and the way they work while living up to Merlo’s Value Statement of “What got us here, won’t get us there!”

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
3 years of hands-on experience repairing heavy equipment and/or diesel engines
Experience with multiple equipment manufacturers and diagnostic platforms
Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 100lbs
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions

Nice To Haves

ASE certifications preferred
CDL preferred, or willingness to obtain CDL within 12 months of hire

Responsibilities

Maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing the company’s fleet of heavy equipment, diesel engines, and heavy trucks, including excavators, loaders, dozers, and related construction equipment.
Performing preventative maintenance.
Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine issues.
Performing welding and fabrication as needed.
Identifying potential equipment issues.
Minimizing downtime.
Maintaining a high standard of safety and quality.
Staying current with evolving equipment and diagnostic technologies.