Equipment Shop Mechanic - Maintenance & Inspections

OES Equipment; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

OES Equipment, part of the DPR Family of Companies, seeks a Shop Mechanic in Virginia to inspect, maintain, and lightly repair rental equipment, ensuring safety and readiness for the next rental.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance per OEM guidance, accurate documentation in work orders, and organized shop/yard operations. Requirements: High School diploma or GED, 1–3 years' equipment maintenance, OSHA 10, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of experience in equipment maintenance, mechanical repair, or related field required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry certification within 3 months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Performs washing, inspection and light repair of returned rental equipment to determine readiness for the next rental cycle and restore equipment to ready-for-rental condition.
• Executes preventive maintenance activities including lubrication, inspections, adjustments, and wear-part replacement in accordance with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) recommendations.
• Diagnoses basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, diesel, and small-engine issues and escalates complex repairs to Service and Repair or Heavy Diesel Mechanics as required.
• Documents inspections, maintenance, and repairs accurately within company work order systems to support fleet health tracking and compliance.
• Maintains organized shop, yard, and warehouse areas, including equipment washing and staging of equipment based on readiness status.
• Adheres to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and OES Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) policies, including required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe shop practices.
• Supports inventory management by maintaining commonly used parts, fluids, and supplies to reduce equipment downtime.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

OES Equipment, part of the DPR Family of Companies, seeks a Shop Mechanic in Virginia to inspect, maintain, and lightly repair rental equipment, ensuring safety and readiness for the next rental.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance per OEM guidance, accurate documentation in work orders, and organized shop/yard operations. Requirements: High School diploma or GED, 1–3 years' equipment maintenance, OSHA 10, and a valid driver's license.