Repair Mechanics

Vets Hired • Torrington, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Truck & Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining trucks and heavy equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. The role performs preventive maintenance, repairs mechanical and electrical systems, conducts inspections, and uses diagnostic tools to identify and resolve equipment issues.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience as a truck and/or heavy equipment mechanic.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and heavy equipment.
• Experience using equipment diagnostic software.
• Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Good attention to detail and basic math skills.

Nice To Haves

• Welding experience preferred.
• Experience repairing paving equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, brakes, transmissions, steering, and electrical systems.
• Repair and maintain heavy equipment and paving equipment.
• Remove and replace truck and heavy equipment components as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections.
• Conduct diagnostic testing and interpret repair results.
• Perform Federal Motor Carrier periodic inspections.
• Safely operate power tools, hand tools, and shop equipment.
• Follow repair shop safety procedures and maintenance standards.
• Maintain accurate repair and maintenance records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed