Field Mechanic – Heavy Equipment (ESOP & 401K)

Whitaker Construction; Magna (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP Ownership

Competitive wages

Health, Dental, Vision, Life

401K with match

Vacation and holidays

Profit sharing

Referral bonuses

EAP

Job summary

Whitaker Construction seeks a Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain excavators, loaders, and related machinery in the field across Utah. The role requires strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting and hands-on welding and fabricating as needed.

With an ESOP background and a history since 1953, Whitaker offers competitive wages, medical and retirement benefits, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational training preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a heavy equipment mechanic or equivalent.
• Class A or Class B CDL and valid DOT Medical Card.
• Ability to manage tools and parts inventory; operate equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues on heavy equipment in the field.
• Maintain and rebuild diverse construction machinery.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment using specialized tools.
• Assess wear and damage on parts and components.
• Repair or replace major engine, transmission, steering, or related systems.
• Work on cooling, braking, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Test reassembled equipment to ensure proper function.
• Utilize welding, brazing, and fabrication techniques as needed.
• Document work orders, warranty information, and time sheets.
• Pursue ongoing technical training to improve skills.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Diagnostics and repair

Welding and fabrication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training preferred

Tools

Web-based parts catalogs

Microsoft Office

iPad/smartphone usage

DOT CDL (Class A/B)

Job description

Whitaker Construction seeks a Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain excavators, loaders, and related machinery in the field across Utah. The role requires strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting and hands-on welding and fabricating as needed.

With an ESOP background and a history since 1953, Whitaker offers competitive wages, medical and retirement benefits, and ongoing training.