Heavy Equipment / Field Mechanic

Robinson Brothers Construction, LLC; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and H

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

401(k) retirement plan with company

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Robinson Brothers Construction, LLC in Vancouver, Washington is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic to diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy equipment on job sites. Travel will be frequent, with about 60% out-of-state travel required.

You will work on skid steers, excavators, dozers, and fleet trucks, with diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, welding, and fabrication. RBC provides a service truck and tools; you supply basic mechanic tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience performing heavy equipment mechanic work.
• Diesel mechanic certification or equivalent demonstrated heavy diesel mechanic experience.
• Strong experience with heavy diesel repair and maintenance.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical systems.
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline fuel systems.
• Ability to perform electrical and engine diagnostics using scanners and diagnostic equipment.
• Welding experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills including Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and field personnel.
• Ability to independently manage a schedule and organize work priorities.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including approximately 60% out of state.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must have own basic mechanic tools.
• Must meet DOT.

Responsibilities

• Travel to RBC job sites to perform field diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs.
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heavy construction equipment and fleet vehicles.
• Diagnose equipment issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• Perform diesel engine repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair transmission systems.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on hydraulic and air brake systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems.
• Repair and maintain HVAC systems.
• Perform safety inspections
• Complete oil changes and routine preventative maintenance as needed.
• Perform welding and fabrication repairs as needed.
• Maintain accurate service and repair information.
• Maintain a clean and organized service truck, work area, tools, and equipment.
• Safely and professionally represent RBC while working at job sites.
• Travel frequently, including approximately 60% out-of-state travel.

Skills

Diesel engines

Electrical diagnostics

Hydraulic systems

Welding

Fleet maintenance

Problem solving

Communication

Travel readiness

Diagnostic scanners

Diagnostic software

Service truck tools

Tools

Diagnostic scanners

Diagnostic software

Service truck tools

Job description

About Us

Founded in 1964, Robinson Brothers Construction is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), the largest utility contractor in North America. We are a general contractor dialed into the dynamics of installing infrastructure for the communications, renewable energy, natural gas, and electric utility industries. True to our word and proud of our people, we’re committed to providing superior service to our customers throughout the American West.

Between 2006 and 2016, we grew from 14 employees to a team of over 200. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured to operate in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and California. We’re pleased with our growth – but we’re not stopping here.

RBC serves its clients, invests in its employees, and competes for the future – every day.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E‑Verify.

About This Role

Robinson Brothers Construction, LLC (RBC) is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic to join our team based out of Vancouver, Washington.

This is a field‑based position, not a shop‑only role. The Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic will travel to RBC job sites to diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy equipment and fleet vehicles. Frequent travel is required, including approximately 60% out‑of‑state travel.

The ideal candidate is a well‑rounded, experienced mechanic who is comfortable troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of equipment, including skid steers, mini excavators, excavators, dozers, plows, fleet trucks, and other construction equipment. Candidates should have strong experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, welding, and general equipment repair.

RBC will provide a service truck and specialized tools. Employees are required to provide their own basic mechanic tools.

What You’ll Do

Position Responsibilities

• Travel to RBC job sites to perform field diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heavy construction equipment and fleet vehicles
• Diagnose equipment issues and determine appropriate repairs
• Perform diesel engine repairs and preventative maintenance
• Inspect, maintain, and repair transmission systems
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems
• Perform repairs and maintenance on hydraulic and air brake systems
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems
• Repair and maintain HVAC systems
• Perform safety inspections
• Complete oil changes and routine preventative maintenance as needed
• Perform welding and fabrication repairs as needed
• Maintain accurate service and repair information
• Maintain a clean and organized service truck, work area, tools, and equipment
• Safely and professionally represent RBC while working at job sites
• Travel frequently, including approximately 60% out‑of‑state travel

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience performing heavy equipment mechanic work
• Diesel mechanic certification or equivalent demonstrated heavy diesel mechanic experience
• Strong experience with heavy diesel repair and maintenance
• Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical systems
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline fuel systems
• Ability to perform electrical and engine diagnostics using scanners and diagnostic equipment
• Welding experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and field personnel
• Ability to independently manage a schedule and organize work priorities
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including approximately 60% out of state
• Valid driver's license
• Must have own basic mechanic tools
• Must meet DOT

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on Ford 6.7L Power Stroke diesel engines
• Experience working on GM 6.6L Duramax diesel engines
• Safety Inspection Certification
• Previous management or leadership experience
• Class A CDL highly preferred

What You’ll Get

Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical illness coverage
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Accident insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee discount programs, including discounts on flight tickets, amusement parks, Nike, and more
• Group discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation

Pay

$35.00–$50.00 per hour, depending on experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $35.00/Hr. - USD $48.00/Hr. depending on experience and qualifications.

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.