Equipment Mechanic Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 4+ years of heavy equipment mechanic experience (diesel required)
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, diesel engines, electrical systems, and diagnostics
• Ability to read schematics, service manuals, and technical documents
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs and CMMS systems
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Must have reliable transportation with current TX driver’s license and proof of current personal automobile liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Prior lead or informal leadership experience preferred
• At least two (2) years of experience leading a team of HE mechanics
• 10+ years of heavy equipment mechanic experience (diesel required)
• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, team members, customers, vendors, and the public.
• Must be able to speak with employees, other department managers and senior management.
• Ability to solve practical problems and to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Must have excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety policies and procedures established by the Company.
• Acts as the lead technician on shift, providing direction and support to mechanics
• Performs advanced diagnostics and repairs on diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
• Maintains and repair heavy equipment including loaders, forklifts, excavators, cranes, and trucks
• Assists in planning and prioritizing daily maintenance and repair schedules
• Ensures preventative maintenance tasks are completed accurately and on time
• Troubleshoots complex mechanical issues and provide solutions to reduce repeat failures
• Supports training and development of junior mechanics and new hires
• Ensures adherence to safety standards, company policies, and OSHA regulations
• Completes and review work orders, service logs, and maintenance documentation
• Coordinates with parts/vendors to ensure timely availability of materials
• Communicates equipment status and repair updates to Supervisor and Operations