Equipment Mechanic III
Okland Construction
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Job summary
Okland Construction is seeking a senior Construction Equipment Mechanic III to diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy equipment, trucks, and generators. You will be a technical resource within our maintenance team, performing advanced troubleshooting with minimal supervision and mentoring junior technicians.
You will handle preventive maintenance, diagnose hydraulic and electrical issues, interpret schematics, and document all work. A CDL and welding/fabrication experience enhance candidacy.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience repairing and maintaining construction or heavy equipment.
- Proficiency in independently troubleshooting hydraulic and electrical systems, including reading schematics.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
- Ability to provide and maintain personal mechanic tools up to 3/4-inch drive.
- Experience in welding, fabrication, and torch cutting.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance services and equipment inspections.
- Diagnose and repair hydraulic, electrical, fuel, drivetrain, steering, braking, and mechanical systems.
- Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, service manuals, and technical drawings.
- Perform major component repairs and complex troubleshooting.
- Research equipment specifications and identify repair parts.
- Document inspections, maintenance activities, repairs, and labor accurately.
- Operate equipment for testing and verification purposes.
- Maintain compliance with company safety standards and manufacturer recommendations.
- Provide technical guidance to less experienced mechanics as needed.
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Job description
Okland is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,500 team members, delivering complex projects across healthcare, semiconductor, higher education, sports, hospitality, and other specialized markets. Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we have grown for more than a century and operate throughout Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.
Okland is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,500 team members, delivering complex projects across healthcare, semiconductor, higher education, sports, hospitality, and other specialized markets. Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we have grown for more than a century and operate throughout Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.
We believe how we build is just as important as what we build, and we approach every relationship with care. From clients and trade partners to team members and communities, we focus on creating experiences that earn trust.
Okland combines the stability of family ownership with employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. This unique structure provides the long-term perspective, and values-driven leadership that have guided our company for generations, while giving team members the opportunity to share the success they help create.
Our culture is rooted in accountability, humility, and excellence. We challenge the status quo, empower problem-solving, and trust our teams to take ownership and act. We learn from one another and work toward shared goals to deliver meaningful work with lasting impact. We invest in the next generation of construction talent through apprenticeships, internships, and scholarships for our communities. By expanding access for women, underrepresented groups, and families of our craft workforce who are first-generation college students, we strengthen the future of construction.
The Construction Equipment Mechanic III is a senior-level technician responsible for independently diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing construction equipment, trucks, trailers, generators, and related support equipment. This position serves as a technical resource within the maintenance team and performs advanced troubleshooting and major repairs with minimal supervision. The role does not have formal supervisory responsibilities but may assist with training and mentoring less experienced technicians.
- Perform preventive maintenance services and equipment inspections.
- Diagnose and repair hydraulic, electrical, fuel, drivetrain, steering, braking, and mechanical systems.
- Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, service manuals, and technical drawings.
- Perform major component repairs and complex troubleshooting.
- Research equipment specifications and identify repair parts.
- Document inspections, maintenance activities, repairs, and labor accurately.
- Operate equipment for testing and verification purposes.
- Maintain compliance with company safety standards and manufacturer recommendations.
- Provide technical guidance to less experienced mechanics as needed.
- 5+ years of experience repairing and maintaining construction or heavy equipment.
- Proficiency in independently troubleshooting hydraulic and electrical systems, including the ability to read and interpret schematics.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to provide and maintain personal mechanic tools up to 3/4-inch drive.
- Experience in welding, fabrication, and torch cutting.
- Hands‑on experience with a variety of construction equipment brands, models, and small engines.
- CDL or experience transporting heavy equipment.
- OEM certifications or relevant technical training.
Consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.
Weekly pay, competitive salary and bonus incentives, ESOP employee ownership, and an industry-leading 401(k) with a 6% employer match.
Free healthcare plan option plus medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, paid parental leave, financial wellness tools, Employee Assistance Program, and mental health support.
Rewards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, paid work anniversary sabbaticals, and award-winning projects recognized by AIA, ENR, and AGC.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong commitment to inclusion.
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B Status, O -1, CPT, OT, etc.). Unless specifically stated in this job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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