Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic – Travel, OT, PTO

Thelin Recycling Co.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401K with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Educational assistance

Job summary

Austin Wood Recycling in Fort Worth, TX is hiring a Field Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment in field and shop environments. The role involves operating a service truck, traveling to sites, reading manuals and schematics, and using OEM diagnostic tools to troubleshoot complex systems.

Candidates should have 5+ years of heavy equipment experience, own tools, a valid license, and willingness to travel and work OT. EEO statement included in posting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of verifiable heavy equipment mechanic experience (field and/or shop).
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing engines, transmissions, hydraulics, brakes, and suspensions.
• Experience with equipment/engines such as Caterpillar, John Deere, Cummins, Mack (or comparable).
• Ability to use OEM diagnostic software (John Deere, CAT, Cummins).
• Able to use diagnostics software (JPro, PTT, Davey, Snap-On).
• Strong computer skills; ability to use maintenance management software (AMCS).
• Strong electrical knowledge is a plus.
• Rebuild skills are a plus.
• Must have own tools.
• Valid driver’s license and clear driving record required.
• Willingness to work in both field and shop environments; overtime and Saturday coverage.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on heavy equipment in field and shop.
• Operate a service truck and travel to sites to complete field repairs.
• Inspect equipment and identify additional issues; recommend corrective actions and parts.
• Read and interpret manuals, lubrication charts, diagrams, and schematics.
• Use OEM diagnostic software and follow troubleshooting trees to identify root causes.
• Document work in AMCS and communicate status to supervisor.
• Follow safety rules and wear PPE; maintain area cleanliness.
• Report accidents and injuries; maintain company assets.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Willingness to travel

Own tools

Education

ASE certification

DOT certification

Tools

OEM diagnostic software (John Deere, CAT, Cummins)

AMCS / maintenance software

JPro / PTT / Davey / Snap-On scanners

Job description

Austin Wood Recycling in Fort Worth, TX is hiring a Field Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment in field and shop environments. The role involves operating a service truck, traveling to sites, reading manuals and schematics, and using OEM diagnostic tools to troubleshoot complex systems.

Candidates should have 5+ years of heavy equipment experience, own tools, a valid license, and willingness to travel and work OT. EEO statement included in posting.