Heavy Diesel Equipment Mechanic (Shop and Traveling)

Berkel & Co; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkel & Co is seeking a Heavy Diesel Equipment Mechanic for shop-based work and traveling field service across MD, DC, and Northern VA. The role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction and foundation drilling equipment, including diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and rotary drilling components.

Candidates should have experience with heavy diesel machinery, be willing to travel, and be capable of working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced field

Qualifications

• Experience working on heavy diesel equipment.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems.
• Experience troubleshooting diesel engines.
• Familiarity with rotary drilling equipment preferred.
• Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel for field service roles (for traveling positions).
• Experience with European built equipment.
• Experience with German Schematics and Diagnostic Procedures a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel engines and powertrain systems
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, pumps, cylinders, and valves
• Maintain and repair rotary heads and drilling components
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on heavy equipment
• Repair electrical and mechanical systems on drilling rigs and heavy machinery
• Conduct field service repairs and emergency troubleshooting when required
• Document repairs, maintenance activities, and parts used
• Work safely and efficiently while maintaining high equipment reliability

Skills

Heavy diesel equipment

Hydraulic systems

Diesel engine troubleshooting

Rotary drilling equipment

Hydraulic & electrical schematics

Mechanical & diagnostic skills

Independent & team player

Travel for field service

European equipment

German schematics & diagnostics

Job description

Heavy Diesel Equipment Mechanic (Shop and Traveling)

Location:

Shop-Based (Union bridge, MD)

Traveling Positions Available (Maryland, DC, Northern Virginia)

Company Overview:

We are a growing construction drilling company specializing in foundation drilling and heavy construction equipment. Our team maintains and repairs some of the most advanced drilling and lifting equipment in the industry. We are looking for skilled Heavy Diesel Equipment Mechanics who take pride in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining complex machinery.

Position Summary

The Heavy Diesel Equipment Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction and foundation drilling equipment. This role requires strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and rotary drilling components. Positions are available both in our shop and in traveling field service roles supporting projects across various job sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair diesel engines and powertrain systems
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, pumps, cylinders, and valves
• Maintain and repair rotary heads and drilling components
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on heavy equipment
• Repair electrical and mechanical systems on drilling rigs and heavy machinery
• Conduct field service repairs and emergency troubleshooting when required
• Document repairs, maintenance activities, and parts used
• Work safely and efficiently while maintaining high equipment reliability

Equipment You Will Work On

• Bauer piling rigs
• Tieback rigs
• Micropile drilling rigs
• Cranes
• Excavators
• Reed Shotcrete Pumps
• Metax and Intric Grout Plants
• Grout Silos
• Bauer, Klemm, Commacchio, Delmag and ABI Drill Rigs
• Other heavy foundation and construction equipment

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

Qualifications

• Experience working on heavy diesel equipment
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems
• Experience troubleshooting diesel engines
• Familiarity with rotary drilling equipment preferred
• Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel for field service roles (for traveling positions)
• Experience with European built equipment
• Experience with German Schematics and Diagnostic Procedures a plus

Compensation

• Based on experience or local union rates (Local 77 and Local 37 Operators)

Work Options

• Traveling Field Mechanic Positions - work on job sites supporting equipment in the field
• Shop Mechanic Positions - work primarily in our maintenance facility