Field/Shop Heavy Paving Equipment Diesel Mechanic

Lone Star Paving•Tye, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lone Star Paving is a paving contractor operating in Central Texas, with paving crews, hot-mix asphalt, aggregate, trucking, milling, and quality control operations. The Heavy Paving Equipment Diesel Mechanic works closely with the Milling, Asphalt, and Maintenance Teams to keep company-owned tools, equipment, and vehicles in good working order, following direction from the direct manager. The role is suited to a mechanic experienced in paving equipment maintenance, particularly asphalt milling machines, with an understanding of asphalt work. The mechanic evaluates defective tools, equipment, and fleet vehicles at the yard and construction sites, collaborates with the Equipment Manager on troubleshooting and repair solutions, and obtains authorization before beginning extensive or unusual repairs. The position also involves scheduled maintenance, accurate maintenance logs, approved parts ordering, and keeping the shop clean and orderly. Additional duties may be assigned to support client loyalty and company initiatives. Work takes place in a warehouse and construction-site environment across Texas. The role may involve overtime, extended hours, night shifts, weekends, and some travel. Site conditions may include rough terrain, inclement weather, heat, humidity, dust, and asphalt exposure. Employees must comply with drug and alcohol testing requirements and use required personal protective equipment. Periodic attendance at company events and meetings is also required.

Requirements

Trade school education or 3–5+ years of qualified experience.
Work experience with diagnostics, maintenance, and operation of asphalt milling machines.
Organized and detail-oriented.
Positive, friendly, and professional demeanor.
Ability to work well with others in group or one-on-one settings.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and consistently meet deadlines.
Professional communication skills when requesting needed documents from employees and managers.
Willingness to take on additional tasks and responsibilities.
Excellent time-management and prioritization skills, with the ability to complete tasks promptly.
Ability to perform duties independently.
Ability to work overtime, extended hours, night shifts, and weekends as required.
Ability to travel as required for operations across Texas.
Ability to move over rough terrain at project sites.
Compliance with company drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Use of required personal protective equipment.
Periodic participation in and attendance at company events and meetings.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of asphalt production and associated equipment, including an understanding of operations and safety requirements.
Familiarity with MSHA and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

Evaluate defective tools, equipment, and fleet vehicles at the yard and construction job sites.
Collaborate with the Equipment Manager to troubleshoot defective equipment and discuss repair solutions.
Prepare cost estimates for extensive or unusual repairs and obtain the Equipment Manager’s authorization before beginning work.
Perform routine maintenance according to a schedule developed with the Equipment Manager.
Ensure maintenance is performed on schedule and to standard, and keep maintenance logs up to date.
Place approved orders for replacement parts, inform the Equipment Manager about deliveries, and provide associated paperwork promptly.
Keep the shop neat, clean, and orderly; return tools to their proper places and remove trash and debris from work surfaces.
Promote and follow company safety policies and encourage employees, subcontractors, and consultants to make safety part of the workplace culture.
Work safely and avoid endangering oneself or others.
Promote a team approach and communicate with employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
Collaborate with project teams on special initiatives as needed.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.