Experienced Diesel Mechanic

Ideal Ready Mix Company; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $1000 Annual Tool Reimbursement

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Retirement savings plan

PTO accrual - starting day 1

Job summary

A leading construction equipment firm based in Iowa is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to ensure that heavy construction equipment remains operational. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain trucks and equipment, undertake inspections, and may train operators on proper maintenance procedures. The role requires 3-5+ years of experience and the ability to provide your own tools. The company offers a range of benefits including tool reimbursement, medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of diesel mechanic experience preferred.
• Ability to provide your own tools and work in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel and be on call when needed.
• Willingness to travel, work weekends, and be on call when needed.
• Class A or B CDL

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and service heavy construction equipment.
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Train drivers on vehicle inspection and maintenance procedures.
• Complete and maintain accurate service records and reports.
• Train drivers and operators on proper vehicle inspection and maintenance procedures.
• Respond to on‑call maintenance needs as required.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Preventative maintenance

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Education

Equivalent post-secondary training in diesel mechanics

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

Description

Ideal Ready Mix is looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic to keep our heavy construction equipment and fleet in top shape. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, troubleshoot problems, and keep things running smoothly, we want to hear from you.

What you’ll do:

• Diagnose, repair, and service heavy construction equipment, trucks, and other fleet vehicles.


• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance.


• Work on gasoline and diesel engines, plus mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic systems.


• Complete and maintain accurate service records and reports.


• Train drivers and operators on proper vehicle inspection and maintenance proceduresl.


• Respond to on‑call maintenance needs as required.

Requirements

• 3‑5+ years of diesel mechanic experience preferred (or equivalent post‑secondary training).


• Ability to provide your own tools.


• Ability to work in all weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.


• Willingness to travel, work weekends, and be on call when needed.


• Class A or B CDL

Why Ideal?

• Up to $1000 Annual Tool Reimbursement


• Medical, dental and vision insurance


• Disability and life insurance


• Retirement savings plan


• PTO accrual - starting day 1