Field Mechanic - Heavy Civil Construction

McMillen, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Field Mechanic to assist with crane assembly, perform equipment maintenance, and ensure safe operations across various job sites. This position involves approximately 80% travel and requires candidates with mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn. Ideal candidates will have experience in heavy equipment repair and must pass drug tests and background checks. The role emphasizes safety and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with crane erection, rigging, signaling, or barge operations preferred.
• Must be safety-conscious and dependable.
• Pass a drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the assembly and disassembly of cranes at various job sites.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment as required.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Crane erection experience

Rigging and signaling

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to adapt to fast-paced environments

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy machinery

Job description

Field Mechanic - Heavy Civil Construction

McMillen, Inc. is looking for a Field Mechanic that is a hands‑on individual with experience in heavy equipment repair, preventative maintenance, boats, crane assembly, disassembly, rigging, signaling, and/or barge operations. This role involves extensive travel (approximately 80%) to various job sites and requires a mechanically inclined candidate with a willingness to learn and adapt. The ideal candidates may have prior maintenance, heavy equipment repair, crane experience, or a background in mechanics with an aptitude for marine and crane‑related operations.

All Construction Division offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen. In accordance with client requirements, security clearance is required and is determined based on background check results.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the assembly and disassembly of cranes at various job sites.
• Perform rigging and signaling duties to ensure safe operations.
• Operate and maintain barge‑based cranes and related marine equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment as required by McMillen’s operational needs.
• Perform maintenance and repair on various types of equipment including boats, and cranes.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and industry standards.

Qualifications:

• Experience with crane erection, rigging, signaling, or barge operations preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to travel extensively to various jobsites in the area.
• Teachable attitude with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced and changing work environment.
• Must be safety‑conscious and dependable.
• Pass a drug test and background check.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Physical Demands:

• 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. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Package:

• Pay Range: (DOE)

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.