Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

NorthStar Energy Solutions, LLC; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthStar Energy Solutions, LLC, a Quanta Services company, seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Central Southwest region. You will diagnose and repair heavy equipment including aerial devices, drills, excavators and support vehicles, with a focus on hydraulics, electrical systems and air brakes.

Role requires operating a mobile mechanic truck, DOT medical certification, and occasional travel to support neighboring projects.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years heavy mechanical experience with heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, air brakes and electrical components.
• Must operate and work from a mobile mechanics truck and hold DOT medical certification.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair/maintain heavy equipment including bucket trucks, drills, excavators and backhoes.
• Travel occasionally to other parts of the region to support projects.
• Follow safety procedures and comply with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Hydraulics

Air brakes

Electrical systems

Truck operation

Education

DOT medical certificate

CDL Class A

Job description

About Us

NorthStar Energy Solutions, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is headquartered in Grand Prairie, TX and operates across the Central Southwest part of the United States. We are leaders specializing in transmission lines, distribution lines, substation construction, foundations, storm damage repairs, and electrical contracting. Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About This Role

NorthStar Energy Solutions, LLC. is a Quanta Services company operating in the Central Southwest part of the United States. The company serves the electrical and gas utility sectors and performs the following services: concrete foundation construction, substation construction, electrical distribution installation and natural gas distribution line installation. NSES was founded on the principles of superior customer service, safety, quality, integrity, value and dedication to our employees. At NSES, we are always looking for the best and the brightest, for people who have the potential to be the Company's future leaders. We are building on our foundation of success by selecting the finest people and helping them realize their potential.

What You'll Do

• Trouble shoot and repair/maintain heavy equipment including:
  • Arial equipment- Bucket trucks, diggers
  • Directional drills
  • Excavators
  • Backhoes
  • Trailers
  • Pickups/one tons/larger trucks
• Must have: Hydraulic, electrical, air brake knowledge.
• Will be called upon to travel occasionally to other parts of the region to support other projects.

What You'll Bring

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience and Skills):

• At least 3 years heavy mechanical experience, preferably working on heavy equipment. Will require knowledge of hydraulics, air brakes and electrical components.
• Must be able to operate and work out of mobile mechanics truck.
• Must have a current D.O.T. medical certificate minimum and be able to obtain a class A C.D.L.

Work Conditions

Work is performed most frequently outdoors in weather conditions that vary from sub-zero to heat above 90 degrees, in wet and dry conditions and in rural areas. Employee may perform duties around energized and de-energized electric lines and equipment and moving mechanical parts. Work may be performed in confined spaces. Some exposure to odors, gases, dust and dirt may occur. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud. Work is heavy and requires exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Lifting and carrying of 10 to 50 pounds frequently is required. Reaching and lifting overhead is frequent. Job requires standing, crawling, climbing, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling and reaching a majority of the time. Performs work on poles at heights of up to 75 feet, normally in awkward positions. May spend long periods of time driving and/or riding in line construction vehicles to reach remote areas of the service territory. Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Quanta.

Ada Job Requirements

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental or emotional disability.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NorthStar Energy Solutions, LLC. is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.