Sr. Field Equipment Mechanic (paving)

Allan Myers, Inc•Rockville, VA

About The Position

The Senior Field Equipment Mechanic is an advanced technical resource responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining company vehicles and heavy construction equipment. The role independently manages complex diagnostic and repair assignments, verifies repair quality, assists with daily work coordination, and supports the technical development of Mechanic Technician I and II employees. The mechanic provides technical support to mechanics, field personnel, dispatch, parts personnel, and operational leadership. The position includes performing and overseeing major repairs, evaluating equipment safety and readiness for service, conducting quality-control inspections and operational testing, identifying recurring failures, and recommending improvements to repairs and preventive maintenance procedures. It also involves coordinating work and resources, mentoring less-experienced mechanics, maintaining accurate repair documentation, and keeping assigned vehicles, tools, shop areas, and workspaces safe and orderly. Allan Myers is a heavy civil construction and construction materials company operating across the Mid-Atlantic. The company describes its work as building infrastructure, including highways, bridges, and public water and wastewater systems. It offers training and career development and states that it provides pay and benefits. This position may require overtime, early mornings, evenings, and weekends as operational needs require.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or applicable trade school education.
Significant experience independently diagnosing and repairing vehicles and heavy construction equipment.
Demonstrated experience with advanced electrical, hydraulic, drivetrain, engine, HVAC, and diagnostic work.
Experience with multiple equipment types and manufacturer diagnostic platforms.
Advanced knowledge of diesel engines, power transmissions, drivetrains, electrical and electronic systems, open- and closed-circuit hydraulics, compensating systems, brakes, HVAC systems, undercarriages, emissions systems, and equipment controls.
Master-level ability to diagnose complex or intermittent equipment problems and independently diagnose and repair multiple types of company vehicles and heavy construction equipment.
Advanced ability to use diagnostic software, electrical testing equipment, pressure and flow testing equipment, manufacturer service information, schematics, and technical publications.
Ability to identify root causes and develop safe, effective, cost-conscious repair solutions.
Ability to inspect and verify the quality of repairs performed by others.
Ability to prioritize work and provide light day-to-day direction or coordination when requested.
Ability to lead morning huddles and communicate expectations clearly.
Strong judgment regarding equipment safety, repair quality, downtime, and readiness to return to service.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to maintain accurate service, repair, inspection, and equipment-status documentation.
Ability to remain current with changing equipment technology, safety programs, and manufacturer requirements.
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
Must possess the tools necessary to perform assigned work.

Nice To Haves

Advanced diesel, automotive, heavy equipment, or mechanical training.
Prior experience training, mentoring, or providing technical guidance to other mechanics.
Maintaining or willingness to obtain an EPA Section 609 certification.
Additional manufacturer or industry certifications.
CDL may be required depending on assignment or service vehicle.

Responsibilities

Independently diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, drivetrain, engine, emissions, HVAC, and equipment-control issues.
Serve as a technical resource for mechanics, field personnel, dispatch, parts personnel, and operational leadership.
Review equipment symptoms, fault codes, service history, and test results to determine root causes and appropriate repairs.
Use diagnostic software, manufacturer service platforms, wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, testing equipment, and technical resources.
Perform and oversee major component repairs, replacements, adjustments, and system calibrations.
Provide technical support by phone, email, or at jobsites.
Evaluate equipment conditions and recommend whether equipment can remain in service or should be removed for repair.
Verify repair quality and completeness before equipment returns to service; conduct quality-control inspections and operational testing.
Identify repeat failures, repair trends, and equipment deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
Recommend changes or additions to preventive maintenance procedures based on equipment condition and repair history.
Assist with planning and prioritizing daily shop and field repair activities; lead morning huddles or work-planning discussions when requested.
Help coordinate mechanics, equipment availability, service vehicles, parts, tools, and technical resources.
Mentor, develop, and provide hands-on technical instruction to Mechanic Technician I and II employees.
Share knowledge gained through dealer, manufacturer, and company training.
Assist leadership in evaluating training needs, tool requirements, equipment concerns, and process improvements.
Promote consistent documentation and timely communication about repairs, downtime, parts needs, and equipment status.
Maintain assigned service vehicles, tools, shop areas, and workspaces in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
Comply with company vehicle, GPS/telematics, and hours-of-service requirements.
Work overtime, early mornings, evenings, and weekends as operational needs require.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.