Field Truck Mechanic

Kokosing; Shippingport (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking a skilled diesel/heavy equipment technician to inspect, diagnose, and repair a large fleet of trucks across multiple locations. The role includes routine maintenance, fuel/exhaust/cooling/AC system service, and coordinating on-site repairs to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.

Responsibilities include performing inspections, DOT compliance checks, and assisting on large projects.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in diesel technology, heavy equipment mechanics, or similar preferred.
• 5 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical systems.
• Computer skills and use of diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of specialized tooling.
• Welding and heavy equipment knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose aftertreatment emission system.
• Basic welding skills desired.
• Crane knowledge a plus.
• Desire to take on new challenges.
• Small engine repair desired.

Responsibilities

• Safety First - Must follow all MSHA and Mine Site Safety Rules and have a personal commitment to safety 24/7.
• Repair, maintain and service fuel systems, exhaust systems, cooling systems, AC systems, engine, transmission, drivetrain, and brakes for on/ off road vehicles- per DOT and MSHA/OSHA requirements.
• Maintain the company supplied trucks and operate it in a safe manner.
• Communicate any equipment maintenance concerns in a timely manner.
• Quality repairs while taking ownership in your work.
• Perform inspections along with annual DOT inspections.
• Willing to assist heavy equipment mechanics on large projects and perform small repairs while onsite.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Diagnostic tools

Specialized tooling

Welding

Heavy equipment knowledge

Aftertreatment emission systems

Crane knowledge

Small engine repair

Desire to learn

Education

Two-year technical degree in diesel technology or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Equipment manuals

Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description

Inspect, diagnose and repair a large fleet of light, medium and heavy-duty trucks across multiple locations. Perform routine and preventative maintenance on all vehicles. Coordinate repairs on site, document issues and repair work along with communicating well with plant managers on needs to meet safety, quality, and productivity expectations. This will also include a wide range of equipment repair and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Safety First - Must follow all MSHA and Mine Site Safety Rules and have a personal commitment to safety 24/7.
• Repair, maintain and service fuel systems, exhaust systems, cooling systems, AC systems, engine, transmission, drivetrain, and brakes for on/ off road vehicles- per DOT and MSHA/OSHA requirements.
• Maintain the company supplied trucks and operate it in a safe manner.
• Communicate any equipment maintenance concerns in a timely manner.
• Quality repairs while taking ownership in your work.
• Perform inspections along with annual DOT inspections.
• Willing to assist heavy equipment mechanics on large projects and perform small repairs while onsite.

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated.
• Able to climb in, on and around equipment.
• Ability to move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Able to communicate well with operations and meet their needs.
• Possess the ability to read and understand Equipment Maintenance Manuals
• Must be responsible, reliable, and willing to work in all weather conditions.
• Need to have excellent communication skills, a good work ethic and a positive attitude.
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
• Able to travel.
• Must be able to maintain an active company driver’s license.

Experience/Skills

• Technical experience preferred, training available.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical systems.
• Computer skills and use of diagnostic tools
• Knowledge of specialized tooling
• Welding and heavy equipment knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose aftertreatment emission system.
• Basic welding skills desired
• Crane knowledge a plus
• Desire to take on new challenges
• Small engine repair desired

Education And/Or Experience

• Two-year technical degree in diesel technology, heavy equipment mechanics, or similar preferred
• 5 years of experience preferred

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.