Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Sletten Construction Company; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sletten Construction Company in Great Falls, Montana is looking for a skilled Equipment Maintenance Technician to perform significant repairs and maintenance on heavy construction equipment. The role demands expertise in diagnostics, welding, and operational safety in a team-oriented environment.

Applicants should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and be proficient in reading technical manuals. A valid driver’s license with a clean record is required. Join us to contribute to a safe and effective workplace.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Heavy Construction Equipment diagnostics and repair.
• Knowledge of reading schematics and manuals for repairs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean MVR.
• CDL desired.
• Experience in welding.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on all types of equipment.
• Safely operate heavy duty equipment and specialty tools.
• Troubleshoot equipment maintenance problems.
• Follow safety regulations and report hazards to management.
• Maintain a clean working area.

Skills

Heavy Construction Equipment diagnostics

Welding

Reading schematics and manuals

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Safety regulations compliance

Tools

Cutting torch

Welders

Standard and specialty tools

Job description

Overview

Performing maintenance and repairs of a significant nature on all types of equipment and/or assisting with repairs/improvements/maintenance of equipment to assure it is in safe working conditions. Diagnosis, Repair, Preventative Maintenance, and Welding & Fabrication. The ability to perform your work with limited direction and have the knowledge of how to perform, prepare, install and maintain the equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performing maintenance and repairs of a significant nature on all types of equipment and/or assisting with repairs/improvements/maintenance of equipment to assure it is in safe working conditions
• Ability to safely operate heavy duty equipment
• Safely operate standard and specialty tools, welders, hoists, and other lifting devices, etc. on a daily basis
• Troubleshooting equipment maintenance problems to properly diagnose components to determine method and extent of repair necessary
• Ability to read, interpret, analyze and apply information in technical manuals and schematics
• Ability to use cutting torch and perform welding tasks
• Keep shop area and working area in a clean and neat orderly manner to avoid hazardous situations
• Fill out all shop repair orders as directed by shop manager
• Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and respectfully with shop manager and others in order to address any issues in a professional manner
• Be a self-motivated team player with excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently or in a team setting being respectful of others at all times and having a professional manner and language at all times
• Proven experience handling multiple projects and priorities while maintaining tight deadlines
• Highly organized and attention to detail in order to relay issues that were not reported initially
• Follow OSHA Construction and General Industry regulations, DOT regulation, and Sletten Construction’s safety manual and adapt to safety regulations as necessary
• Reporting all safety hazards, incidents, issues etc. to the Shop Manager/Safety Manager immediately
• May be required to operate and maintain company vehicle in order to perform field service repair
• Perform any and other duties assigned

Requirements

• 3+ years of Heavy Construction Equipment diagnostics and repair
• Knowledge of how to read schematics and manuals for repairs
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean MVR
• CDL desired
• Experience in welding
• Must be able to pass a drug test