Field Mechanic

CRH; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

CRH is seeking a Field Mechanic to repair and maintain construction equipment such as trucks and paving machines. This role requires a strong understanding of mechanical systems and the ability to perform preventative maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a high school diploma and 2-5 years of relevant experience. CRH offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two to five years of related experience required.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains construction and mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoots and makes economical repairs.
• Maintains organized paperwork for job functions.

Skills

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning

Computer Skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

2-5 years of related experience

Tools

Commercial Driver's License Class A

Pneumatic tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Job ID: 519370

United Companies, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready‑mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

Field Mechanic – Repairs and maintains construction equipment and mechanical equipment such as trucks, trailers, batch plants, paving machines, bulldozers, engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and other equipment by performing the following duties at various job locations.

Wage Range

$35.00‑$40.00 per hour, dependent upon experience.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

• Troubleshoots problems, making economical and durable repairs.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts using hoists and hand tools.
• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment, trucks, shop, and non‑mobile equipment on a company‑wide basis.
• Services vehicles/equipment to include oil changes, greasing, adding fluids, changing filters and maintaining preventative maintenance schedules.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical and hydraulic systems, diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, drive trains, etc.
• Orders parts and supplies. Maintains purchase orders and invoices. Operates computer for job functions.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Starts devices to test their performance.
• Welds broken parts and structural members.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Maintains organized paperwork such as DVIR sign‑offs and ADOT inspections.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education / Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Two to five years of related experience required.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre‑employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Report to the job site dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Must be on time for work.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required (up to 25% of the time).

Knowledge / Skill Requirements

• Language Skills – Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning – Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to work well with others in a group or one‑on‑one setting.
• Computer Skills – Ability to type and use keyboards accurately and have knowledge of database software.
• Communication – Communicate with outside vendors and operations, order parts, document repairs in CMMS/Hexagon/Workforce.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Commercial Driver's License Class A, Air brakes.

Physical Requirements

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.

• Frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above shoulders.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

Typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job are described; other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

EOE / Vet / Disability

United Companies, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.