Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

Alliance-Construction; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Weekly pay

Job summary

Alliance Construction is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair our fleet supporting earthwork, underground utility, and demolition operations. You will diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and work both on jobsites and in our shop, with welding and fabrication as needed.

We value strong troubleshooting skills, the ability to work independently, and a safety-minded approach. This role offers full-time, year-round work with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of heavy equipment, diesel, agricultural, truck, or related mechanical experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical ability.
• Experience with hydraulics, electrical systems, engines, and drivetrains.
• Own basic personal mechanic tools.
• Valid driver’s license.
• CDL preferred, but not required.
• Dependable and safety-minded.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and drivetrain issues.
• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and scheduled services.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment breakdowns in the field.
• Complete equipment repairs in the shop as needed.
• Assist with repairs on trucks, side dumps, end dumps, and other on-road equipment.
• Perform welding and fabrication repairs when needed.
• Repair and maintain buckets, hammers, grapples, shears, and other attachments.
• Identify recurring problems and help determine the best long-term repair.
• Communicate repair needs, parts requirements, and equipment status with the Shop Coordinator and other mechanics.
• Document completed repairs and maintenance.
• Work safely and efficiently to minimize equipment downtime.

Skills

Heavy equipment troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Drivetrains

Field repair

Tools

Personal mechanic tools

Job description

Alliance Construction is hiring an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair our fleet supporting earthwork, underground utility, and demolition operations.

We are looking for someone with strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills who can diagnose equipment issues, make sound repair decisions, and work independently on jobsites. Shop work will be included as needed.

What You’ll Work On

Our fleet includes excavators, dozers, wheel loaders, skid steers, graders, compactors, trucks, trailers, and demolition attachments.

Typical work includes:

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and drivetrain issues
• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and scheduled services
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment breakdowns in the field
• Complete equipment repairs in the shop as needed
• Assist with repairs on trucks, side dumps, end dumps, and other on-road equipment
• Perform welding and fabrication repairs when needed
• Repair and maintain buckets, hammers, grapples, shears, and other attachments
• Identify recurring problems and help determine the best long-term repair
• Communicate repair needs, parts requirements, and equipment status with the Shop Coordinator and other mechanics
• Document completed repairs and maintenance
• Work safely and efficiently to minimize equipment downtime

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of heavy equipment, diesel, agricultural, truck, or related mechanical experience
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical ability
• Experience with hydraulics, electrical systems, engines, and drivetrains
• Ability to work independently and make sound repair decisions in the field
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus
• Own basic personal mechanic tools
• Valid driver’s license
• CDL preferred, but not required
• Dependable and safety-minded

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and skill level
• Full-time, year-round employment
• Monday through Friday schedule with overtime as workload requires
• Weekly pay
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Company service truck for field repairs
• Company-provided uniforms
• Monthly tool allowance
• Stable work with a growing local construction company

Alliance Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.