Field Mechanic

M.J. Electric, LLC; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Accident Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

M. J. Electric, LLC is seeking a Field Mechanic to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, and heavy equipment used in electrical construction projects across Michigan.

You will work on wire pulling gear, cranes, trailers, and vehicles with emphasis on safety and reliability. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of heavy equipment repair experience, ability to read schematics, and welding skills.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment or trucks.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics, maintenance manuals, service bulletins and diagrams.
• Strong welding (Stick/MIG) and fabrication skills.
• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B CDL and be able to obtain if needed.
• Willingness to travel to job sites across Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect and repair diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, air conditioning, compressors, generators, suspensions, brakes and more.
• Replace and repair damaged components and perform maintenance checks and servicing of equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair heavy equipment, trailers, aerial lifts, bulldozers and bucket trucks.
• Conduct annual DOT and Crane inspections and perform vehicle preventative maintenance.
• Extensive travel to job sites throughout Michigan and oversee equipment on multiple projects.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Read electrical schematics

Welding (Stick/MIG)

CDL (Class A/B)

Customer service

Travel availability

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

About Us

For over 60 years, M. J. Electric, LLC, a Quanta Services company, has built-long standing working relationships and an industry-wide reputation as the single source solution to our customer's electrical utility construction and maintenance needs.

MJE values integrity, is inspired by our work, and is invested in delivering quality projects for our customers. Our culture is a product of our core values and operating principles which unite our personnel. Their professional competence and intelligent innovation result in outstanding customer satisfaction. We stand by everything we do.

We are committed to investing in our employees and their growth through training, tools, equipment, industry-leading safety measures, advancement opportunities and more. At M. J. Electric, you aren't just applying for job, you are building a career.

About this Role - Field Mechanic

We are looking for a talented Field Mechanic who has a passion for quality construction. This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all types of wire pulling and stringing equipment, heavy equipment, trailers, and vehicles used for electrical construction projects throughout the region.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose, inspect and repair diesel engines, gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, electrical systems, air conditioning systems, compressors, generators, suspensions, brakes, transmissions, fuel injection systems, ignition systems and air tools
• Replace and repair damaged components
• Perform engine flushing/cleaning, parts lubrication, oil changes and maintenance checks and all equipment
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repairing all types of heavy equipment, trailers, aerial lift platforms, bulldozer, bucket trucks
• Annual DOT and Crane Inspections
• Perform vehicle preventative maintenance
• Extensive travel required

What You'll Bring

• 2-4 years experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment (wheeled and tracked) or trucks
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics, maintenance manuals, service bulletins and diagrams
• Strong welding (Stick/MIG) and fabrication skills
• Must possess a valid class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Basic understanding of DOT Regulations
• Basic understanding of iPhones, iPads and computers
• Good organizational and recordkeeping skills
• Ability to travel to job sites throughout Michigan and provide mechanical oversight to equipment on numerous projects throughout a geographical area
• Proficient in the use of diagnostic and testing equipment
• Customer service skills
• High School graduate.
• Must possess a valid class A Commercial Drive License (CDL) or have the ability to obtain one.
• Ability to travel to job sites and provide mechanical oversight to equipment on numerous projects throughout the region.

What You'll Get

• 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Lifelock Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Discounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability