Field Heavy Equipment Mechanic — Diagnostics & Repairs

Merritt Contracting INC; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP Ownership

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

Merritt Contracting INC in Lebanon, IN is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain our diverse fleet at active jobsites within roughly a 60‑mile radius. The role blends fieldwork with shop time and requires Saturday availability to support maintenance, repairs, and equipment readiness.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in heavy equipment, CAT and Deere experience, and strong diagnostic skills; CDL may be pursued in the future.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of heavy-equipment mechanic experience preferred.
• CAT equipment experience is required.
• John Deere equipment experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical diagnostics, drivetrains, undercarriages, cooling systems, and aftertreatment.
• Must be willing and able to obtain a CDL in the future.
• Must be available to work Saturdays as a regular part of the position.
• Able to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds; safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel, hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, drivetrain, steering, braking, cooling, and aftertreatment systems.
• Use diagnostic software, multimeters, hydraulic pressure gauges, service manuals, electrical schematics, and hydraulic diagrams to identify problems.
• Diagnose root causes and perform repairs, not just replace parts.
• Complete minor welding and fabrication when needed.
• Test equipment after repairs to confirm safe return to service.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns at active jobsites within approximately 60 miles.
• Document work orders and parts, and maintain organized shop/vehicle areas.

Skills

Heavy equipment

CAT equipment

John Deere

Diesel engines

Electrical diagnostics

Hydraulic systems

Root-cause analysis

Safety mindset

Tools

Diagnostic software

Multimeters

Pressure gauges

Service manuals

Electrical schematics

Job description

Merritt Contracting INC in Lebanon, IN is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain our diverse fleet at active jobsites within roughly a 60‑mile radius. The role blends fieldwork with shop time and requires Saturday availability to support maintenance, repairs, and equipment readiness.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in heavy equipment, CAT and Deere experience, and strong diagnostic skills; CDL may be pursued in the future.