Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic – Construction (Texas Yard)

Ward And Burke Construction Limited; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Ward And Burke Construction Limited is seeking a Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic for their Texas yard. This full-time role requires a skilled individual with experience in maintaining and repairing heavy machinery used in underground tunneling operations.

Responsibilities include diagnosing equipment issues, performing maintenance, and ensuring safety standards are upheld. Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma, technical training, and hands-on experience in construction or related fields.

The position offers a pay range of $30.00 – $35.00 USD per hour along with health insurance benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic.
• Practical experience on construction site, farm, or mining.
• Basic understanding of hydraulics and electronics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions.
• Perform routine maintenance on heavy machinery.
• Ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Diagnosis of hydraulic/electrical systems

Repair of diesel engines

Routine maintenance of machinery

Troubleshooting of equipment

Mechanical and electrical component repair

Working around heavy machinery

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical training in heavy equipment mechanics

Job description

Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic – Construction (Texas Yard)

Posted on: 7th May, 2026

Location: Georgetown TX 78626

We are seeking a highly skilled Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic with 2 years or more of experience to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting a wide range of heavy machinery and equipment used in underground tunneling operations. Your expertise will ensure optimal performance, safety, and reliability of our fleet of industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ability to independently diagnose issues with hydraulic/electrical systems and diesel engines.
• Perform maintenance as required on equipment.
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment.
• The ability to diagnose & troubleshoot equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctions and faults and perform approved repairs.
• Repair and replace mechanical & electrical components.
• Maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Service attachments and working tools such as blades, ploughs, winches, and side booms.
• Must be punctual, and reliable.

Qualifications

• Combination of Secondary Education and Specialized Postsecondary Technical training in heavy equipment mechanics a must.
• Day Shift / Ability to work evenings and weekends if needed (Depending on scope of work)
• High School Diploma
• Machinery skills, build and repair.
• Practical experience on a Construction Site, Farm or Mining, working around Heavy Machinery
• Basic understanding of Hydraulics and Electronics

Work Environment and Physical Capabilities

• Indoor & Outdoor, cold & hot, and wet conditions
• Ability To lift 50lbs +
• Work is intense and requires people with good judgment.
• Challenging environment, Attention to detail, Ability to distinguish between colors, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Standing for extended periods, Bending, crouching, kneeling.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$30.00 – $35.00 USD per hour

Benefits

• Health insurance

Experience

• Heavy Equipment Technician/Mechanic: 3 years (Required)