Bilingual Field Mechanic – Heavy Equipment

Austin Wood Recycling; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401K with company match

Paid PTO and holidays

Educational assistance for certs

Job summary

Austin Wood Recycling is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Field Service to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment both in the field and shop. The role requires traveling to job sites, operating a service truck, and addressing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues to keep equipment running safely.

Responsibilities include diagnosing, repairing, and preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, using OEM diagnostics, and documenting progress in our AMCS system.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of verifiable heavy equipment mechanic experience (field and/or shop).
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing engines, transmissions, hydraulics, brakes, and suspensions.
• Able to use OEM diagnostic software (John Deere, CAT, Cummins).
• Strong computer skills; able to use maintenance management software (AMCS).
• Willingness to work overtime and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on heavy equipment (loaders, excavators, grinders, and support equipment).
• Operate a service truck and travel to AWR sites and job locations to complete field repairs.
• Inspect equipment to identify issues and recommend corrective actions and parts.
• Read and interpret manuals, lubrication charts, parts diagrams, and schematics.
• Use OEM diagnostic software and follow diagnostic trees to identify root causes.
• Document work using AMCS and communicate status to supervisor.
• Follow safety rules, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Wear PPE and report accidents or injuries promptly.
• Maintain company property, truck, and work area.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Troubleshooting expertise

OEM diagnostic software

AMCS proficiency

Willingness to OT and travel

Tools

John Deere diagnostic software

CAT/Cummins diagnostic software

JPro

PTT

Davey

Snap-On scanner

AMCS

Job description

Austin Wood Recycling is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Field Service to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment both in the field and shop. The role requires traveling to job sites, operating a service truck, and addressing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues to keep equipment running safely.

Responsibilities include diagnosing, repairing, and preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, using OEM diagnostics, and documenting progress in our AMCS system.