Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Merlo Construction Company; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Professional development

Team-based work environment

Job summary

Merlo Construction in Brighton, MI is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain, diagnose and repair our fleet of excavators, loaders, dozers and related machinery. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and engine issues, and weld/fabricate as needed.

The ideal candidate has 3 years of hands-on experience with heavy equipment or diesel engines, working across multiple manufacturers and diagnostic platforms, with a willingness to obtain a CDL

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 years of hands-on experience repairing heavy equipment and/or diesel engines.
• Experience with multiple equipment manufacturers and diagnostic platforms.
• ASE certifications preferred.
• CDL preferred, or willingness to obtain CDL within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 100lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, diagnose, and repair the company’s fleet of heavy equipment, diesel engines, and heavy trucks (excavators, loaders, dozers, and related equipment).
• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine issues; weld and fabricate as needed.
• Identify potential equipment issues, minimize downtime, and maintain safety and quality while staying current with evolving equipment and diagnostic technologies.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Multiple manufacturers

CDL preferred

Lifting up to 100lbs

Outdoor work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Founded in 1991, Merlo Construction is a leading specialty contractor in the construction industry, known for a commitment to quality, safety and innovation. Merlo Construction has evolved from a small concrete contractor into an organization that offers a vast scope of work including demolition, earthwork, utilities, concrete foundations, site concrete and more! This diverse range of services saves customers time, energy, and cost when evaluating several subcontractors on the same project. Our team works out of a newly built office in Brighton, providing a welcome space that supports teamwork, connection, and day-to-day collaboration.

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic Position

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing the company’s fleet of heavy equipment, diesel engines, and heavy trucks, including excavators, loaders, dozers, and related construction equipment. The position performs preventative maintenance, diagnoses mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine issues, and performs welding and fabrication as needed.

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is expected to identify potential equipment issues, minimize downtime, and maintain a high standard of safety and quality while staying current with evolving equipment and diagnostic technologies. The ideal candidate takes pride in their craft and is committed to continuously improving their skills and the way they work while living up to Merlo’s Value Statement of “What got us here, won’t get us there!”

Experience, Skills, and Abilities of the Heavy Equipment Mechanic

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years of hands‑on experience repairing heavy equipment and/or diesel engines
• Experience with multiple equipment manufacturers and diagnostic platforms
• ASE certifications preferred
• CDL preferred, or willingness to obtain CDL within 12 months of hire
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 100lbs
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions

Compensation, Benefit & Structure for the Heavy Equipment Mechanic

This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate, based on skills and experience. The compensation package also includes bonus opportunities, health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with employer match, professional development opportunities, and a team‑based worked environment.

Advantages of working with the family‑oriented contractor include the opportunity to be involved in projects that impact the overall success of the company, daily interaction with senior leadership, team building events, and the ability to learn and grow within the Company.

Merlo Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.