Diesel Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Local, CDL

Peninsula Fiber Network, LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Defined contribution retirement plan

Paid holidays, sick time, vacation, &

Employee assistance program

Work boot allowance

Year-round schedule: Mon-Thu summer,</

Job summary

The Mackinac County Road Commission is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Hessel, Michigan. The role focuses on diesel and heavy equipment diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance, including engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

You will work in a shop and travel to Mackinac County worksites in a company vehicle, with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive starting pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a truck and heavy equipment/construction mechanic.
• Class A CDL required.
• Experience in engine electronics on modern equipment preferred.
• State Certified as a Mechanic, or ability to obtain if hired for this position.
• Basic tool set required; company provides specialty tools/equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain pickups, trucks, heavy duty equipment and special equipment.
• Knowledge of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, electrical components, hydraulic systems, brakes, cooling, and air conditioning systems.
• Examine vehicles to determine the nature and extent of repairs needed.
• Raise vehicles using jacks or hoists to gain access to the underside.
• Repair vehicles by installing new or rebuilt parts.
• Maintain parts and supply inventory.
• Perform general maintenance, safety checks, and electrical repairs; use hand tools or specialty tools.
• Overhaul and repair engines, transmissions, differentials, and other components.
• May fabricate to update equipment.
• Practice safe work and lifting procedures; wear safety equipment.
• Lift, push and pull heavy objects up to 100 pounds.

Skills

2+ years experience

Class A CDL

Engine electronics

Safety minded

Regional travel

Education

State Certified Mechanic

Certification obtainable after hire

Tools

Basic tool set

Job description

The Mackinac County Road Commission is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Hessel, Michigan. The role focuses on diesel and heavy equipment diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance, including engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

You will work in a shop and travel to Mackinac County worksites in a company vehicle, with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive starting pay.