Diesel / Heavy Equipment Mechanic

TRP Infrastructures Services; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k)

Stable, full-time employment

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

TRP Construction Group in Bertram is seeking an experienced mechanic to join our maintenance team. This is a primarily shop-based position maintaining and repairing our fleet of diesel and gasoline trucks, trailers, hydraulic systems, small engines, and specialized construction equipment.

Occasional field repairs may be required when equipment breaks down. Training on specialized equipment is provided and opportunities for advancement exist within TRP Construction Group.

Qualifications

• Previous mechanical experience with vehicles, trucks, heavy equipment, or similar equipment.
• Strong general mechanical and troubleshooting ability.
• Knowledge of electrical diagnostic procedures.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a two-mechanic maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel and gasoline trucks, trailers, and construction equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, brake, suspension, and drivetrain issues
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections
• Repair small engines and auxiliary equipment
• Assist with occasional field breakdowns
• Maintain basic maintenance and repair records
• Work with operations to keep equipment safe, reliable, and ready for use

Skills

Mechanical experience

Troubleshooting ability

Electrical diagnostic procedures

Valid driver's license

Independent & two-mechanic teamwork

Job description

TRP Construction Group is looking for an experienced mechanic to join our Bertram maintenance team. This is a primarily shop-based position maintaining and repairing our fleet of diesel and gasoline trucks, trailers, hydraulic systems, small engines, and specialized construction equipment.

An excellent mechanic must have manual dexterity and great attention to detail. They must be able to work with various machines and tools as well as follow all safety precautions.Occasional field repairs may be required when equipment breaks down.

No pavement-marking or striping equipment experience is required. We have an experienced mechanic on staff who will provide training on our specialized equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair diesel and gasoline trucks, trailers, and construction equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, brake, suspension, and drivetrain issues
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections
• Repair small engines and auxiliary equipment
• Assist with occasional field breakdowns
• Maintain basic maintenance and repair records
• Work with operations to keep equipment safe, reliable, and ready for use

Qualifications:

• Previous mechanical experience with vehicles, trucks, heavy equipment, or similar equipment
• Strong general mechanical and troubleshooting ability
• Knowledge of electrical diagnostic procedures
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work independently and as part of a two-mechanic maintenance team

Preferred but not required:

• Diesel or heavy-duty truck experience
• Hydraulic experience
• Welding or fabrication experience
• CDL
• Fleet or construction-equipment experience

• Primarily shop-based work

• Training on specialized equipment
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Stable, full-time employment
• Opportunities for advancement within TRP Construction Group