Field Service Mechanic

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth and Career Advancement

Job summary

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction in Texas is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic with a Class A CDL. Starting pay ranges from $25/hr to $35/hr, depending on experience.

The role involves diagnosing and repairing cranes, forklifts, boom lifts, excavators, and loaders, with focus on diesel, hydraulic, and electrical systems. Duties include preventive maintenance, field repairs, logging repairs, and upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of experience on heavy construction equipment.
• Class A CDL is required.
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Strong knowledge of diesel, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair/rebuild heavy equipment and vehicles (cranes, forklifts, boom lifts, excavators, loaders).
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs on schedule.
• Operate equipment to facilitate repairs and test functionality.
• Maintain daily logs of repairs and maintenance activities.
• Adhere to safety policies and shop procedures; support cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diesel systems

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Field repairs

Safety adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Starting Pay: $25/HR to $35/HR- depending on experience. Must have a Class A- CDL. With over 50 years of delivering complex, high-impact infrastructure and mission critical projects, we bring the experience, resources, and proven execution needed to complete our work safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality.

RLW offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training and employee development to grow your career and thrive under the Ralph L. Wadsworth reputation for excellence. We offer amazing benefits and supply you with the tools needed to maximize your growth and potential.

Benefits Include

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan - 401K, employees will receive a company contribution up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth and Career Advancement

Position Description

Performs routine maintenance and large repairs on heavy construction equipment and vehicles including Cranes, Boom lift, forklifts, Excavators, Loaders, Concrete Paving Machines, etc. as well as pickup trucks. Knowledge of diesel fuel systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and general mechanical experience is required. Performs field repairs. Reports condition of vehicles and equipment and records repairs and maintenance in daily logs.

• Diagnose and repair/rebuild all equipment and vehicles as determined by the Shop Manager.
• Repairs vehicles and equipment according to schedules.
• Perform routine maintenance of equipment and vehicles as needed and on time.
• Operate construction equipment and vehicles in order to repair.
• Perform miscellaneous welding to repair items not requiring a certified welder.
• Strive to maintain zero repeat/redo repairs.
• Clean equipment and vehicles in the process of making repairs.
• Maintain daily logs in a legitimate, timely and organized fashion.
• May drive Lube Truck to fuel and service equipment in personnel absences.
• May drive company pickup truck to get parts.
• Meet daily, weekly & monthly safety inspection goal at shop & in the field.
• Assist in keeping the shop organized and clean.
• Assist with small tool and equipment maintenance, repair as needed.
• Seek knowledge of new technologies/methods used in truck and equipment maintenance.
• Recommend measures to Shop Manager to improve safety, production, equipment performance and repair quality.
• Abide by company work policies and safety rules.
• Support and/or adheres to the company's mission, values, philosophies, and policies.
• Performs additional duties as assigned, given adequate guidance and resources.

Position Requirements

• High school education; or up to two years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience working on heavy construction equipment and vehicles.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience working with diesel fuel systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience performing field repairs for Cranes, Forklifts, and Boom Lifts.
• Be able to physically lift 50 - 100 LBS.
• Be able to regularly stand for long periods of time, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl
• Specific vision abilities are required, which includes having close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Perform mathematical problems.
• Valid Commercial Driver License- Class A is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.