Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic

Trillium Staffing; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal/

Training and professional development

Job summary

Trillium Staffing seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic to support field operations across California and neighboring states. This direct-hire role requires extensive travel, 80% (potentially up to 100%), and work at project sites including remote locations.

You will perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on a wide range of heavy equipment, with responsibilities spanning field and shop environments.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of diesel-powered heavy equipment and mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment problems.
• Experience using precision measuring and diagnostic equipment.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, weekends, and extended hours when required.
• Ability to travel on short notice, including overnight assignments.
• Ability to work in remote, adverse, and changing weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. occasionally and 50 lbs. frequently.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Successful completion of applicable background and motor vehicle checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled, preventative, and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with manufacturer specifications and service manuals.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair inoperable heavy equipment in the field.
• Maintain and repair loaders, tractors, skidders, chippers, excavators, dozers, graders, grinders, harvesters, generators, trucks, trailers, and related equipment.
• Fabricate and repair hydraulic hoses and related components.
• Identify and order replacement parts using technical manuals, catalogs, and parts systems.
• Deliver parts and equipment to project locations as needed.
• Assist with equipment transportation, cleaning, and general shop/field maintenance.
• Maintain accurate electronic records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Provide guidance and support to other mechanics and assist with training when needed.

Skills

Diesel engines

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics gear

Flexible shifts

Overnight travel

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic to support field operations and maintenance activities throughout California and surrounding areas. Direct-Hire!

Work Location: Sacramento area, with projects throughout California and occasional assignments in neighboring states.

Travel: Approximately 80%, with travel potentially increasing to 100% depending on project requirements. Overnight and short-notice travel may be required.

The Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic will perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on a wide range of heavy industrial, construction, forestry, and support equipment.

Work may be performed at project sites, including remote locations, high elevations, and challenging weather conditions. This is a year-round field position requiring strong mechanical knowledge, independence, and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled, preventative, and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with manufacturer specifications and service manuals.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair inoperable heavy equipment in the field.
• Maintain and repair loaders, tractors, skidders, chippers, excavators, dozers, graders, grinders, harvesters, generators, trucks, trailers, and related equipment.
• Fabricate and repair hydraulic hoses and related components.
• Identify and order replacement parts using technical manuals, catalogs, and parts systems.
• Deliver parts and equipment to project locations as needed.
• Assist with equipment transportation, cleaning, and general shop/field maintenance.
• Maintain accurate electronic records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Provide guidance and support to other mechanics and assist with training when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience:
• Quarterly tool allowance.
• Annual performance reviews.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Supplemental insurance options, including life and short- and long-term disability.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
• Retirement plan with employer matching.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of diesel-powered heavy equipment and mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment problems.
• Experience using precision measuring and diagnostic equipment.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, weekends, and extended hours when required.
• Ability to travel on short notice, including overnight assignments.
• Ability to work in remote, adverse, and changing weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. occasionally and 50 lbs. frequently.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Successful completion of applicable background and motor vehicle checks.

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.