MB-Heavy Equipment Mechanic

LMLC OPERATIONS LLC•Big Sky, MT

11d•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Moonlight Basin is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, modify, and repair light and heavy trucks and specialized snow, ice, and road maintenance equipment, ensuring our entire fleet remains in safe operating condition. You will diagnose, service, and repair the systems found on heavy equipment — including transmissions, brake systems, electrical systems, ignition systems, fuel systems, and hydraulic systems — across vehicles and equipment such as snowplows, dump trucks, dozers, excavators, motor graders, wheel loaders, skid steers, 4x4 trucks, snowblowers, and small tractors with various attachments.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or job-related vocational training required.
Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in automotive and heavy equipment repair, including at least one year diagnosing and repairing heavy diesel equipment such as tandem-axle trucks, tractor-trailers, bulldozers, motor graders, excavators, and wheel loaders.
Completion of a formal apprenticeship program, or relevant post-high-school coursework in automotive, diesel, or heavy equipment mechanics, may be substituted for the required experience.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
Comfortable using computers for vehicle diagnostics, data entry, record keeping, and email; ability to quickly learn new software.
Mechanics are expected to have their own tools needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Nice To Haves

ASE Certification (Diesel Engine, Drive Trains, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, or HVAC) preferred.
Heavy Equipment Repair and Operations Certificate a plus.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair vehicle and equipment malfunctions on all major systems, including gas and diesel engines, brakes, drivetrains, transmissions, differentials, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, GPS, and cooling systems.
Diagnose equipment components for defects or malfunctions using a wide range of testing equipment.
Work on vehicles and equipment such as single- and tandem-axle trucks, tractor-trailers, bulldozers, front-end loaders, excavators, motor graders, and small tractors.
Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and overhaul systems and parts.
Order and procure parts, supplies, and materials to keep equipment functional.
Design and fabricate equipment such as mounting brackets, special tooling, and other small fabrication projects using welders, torch sets, plasma cutters, and metal cutting saws.
Perform routine maintenance checks, inspections, and adjustments, including fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, and tires; change filters and oil; and lubricate vehicles and motor-driven equipment.
Maintain service logs and detailed records of maintenance on all vehicles and equipment using fleet management software.
Complete annual DOT safety inspections on the vehicle fleet.
Prepare work orders and cost estimates, and road test vehicles and equipment following repairs.
Maintain technical knowledge of equipment, tools, and materials, and adapt to new technology and updates.
Instruct operators in the proper use and care of vehicles and equipment.
Keep tools, equipment, and the work area clean, organized, and in good working condition.
Respond to emergencies outside of regular work hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.