Power Mechanic – Diesel & Heavy Equipment

Road & Rail Services•Mulberry, FL

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Road & Rail Services is seeking an experienced, mechanically skilled Power Mechanic to join its maintenance team in Mulberry, Florida. The position involves maintaining and repairing a variety of equipment used in rail and transportation operations, including trucks, small engines, and industrial machinery. The mechanic will diagnose equipment problems, make repair decisions, and take ownership of equipment maintenance with minimal supervision. The role is full-time, pays starting at $26.00 per hour, negotiable based on experience, and follows a Monday–Friday day-shift schedule with an on-call rotation. Occasional weekend work may be needed. The work may take place outdoors in varying weather and around industrial equipment.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of mechanical repair experience involving diesel engines, heavy equipment, automotive systems, small engines, or industrial machinery.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic and electrical systems.
Ability to work independently and complete repairs with minimal supervision.
Experience using mechanical tools, diagnostic equipment, and repair manuals.
Valid driver's license.
Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and work occasional weekends when needed.
Strong commitment to workplace safety, reliability, and quality workmanship.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, and rain.
Comfortable bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and working around industrial equipment.
Ability to perform physically demanding mechanical repairs throughout the workday.
Comfortable working in noisy environments and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to respond safely and efficiently to unexpected equipment breakdowns.

Nice To Haves

Diesel engine maintenance and repair experience.
Heavy equipment or industrial maintenance experience.
Welding, cutting, and metal fabrication experience.
Experience maintaining railroad, construction, agricultural, or transportation equipment.
Previous railroad experience; helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel engines, gas-powered equipment, and industrial machinery.
Perform preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on trucks, small engines, and company equipment.
Identify and correct problems involving hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
Inspect equipment for wear, damage, leaks, and potential mechanical failures.
Repair or replace defective components, including hoses, belts, pumps, motors, and other mechanical parts.
Perform welding, cutting, grinding, and basic fabrication when necessary.
Use diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and power tools to identify and resolve mechanical issues.
Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergency repair requests during scheduled on-call rotations.
Follow company safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.