Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Menominee County Road Commission; Hessel (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation time

Paid personal days

Employee assistance program

Work boot allowance

Job summary

The Mackinac County Road Commission in Hessel, Michigan, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic with diesel and heavy equipment expertise. The role involves diagnosing, repairing and maintaining trucks, heavy machinery and auxiliary equipment, with a strong focus on safety and reliability.

Starting pay is $33.05 per hour plus benefits. CDL is required, and State certification or the ability to obtain it is expected. Willingness to travel to Mackinac County worksites in a company vehicle is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as truck/heavy equipment/construction mechanic preferred
• Class A CDL required
• Experience with engine electronics on modern equipment preferred
• State certification as a mechanic or ability to obtain it if hired
• Basic tool set required; company provides specialty tools/equipment
• Must be safety-minded and able to work independently or in a team

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain pickups, trucks, heavy duty equipment and special equipment
• Diagnose engines, transmissions, hydraulics, brakes, electrical and AC systems
• Inspect vehicles to determine repairs needed
• Lift vehicles to access undersides using jacks or hoists
• Install rebuilt parts and maintain inventory
• Perform general maintenance and safety checks; use hand tools and specialty tools
• Overhaul engines, transmissions and differentials; fabricate as needed
• Trade-offs to update equipment and comply with safety standards

Skills

Diesel engines

Heavy equipment

Mechanical repairs

Safety minded

Education

State mechanic certification

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

The Mackinac County Road Commission has an immediate opening for an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join their team in Hessel, Michigan. This position requires someone who has a strong background with diesel mechanics and heavy equipment.

What We Offer

• $33.05 per hour starting pay.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Defined contribution retirement plan.
• Paid holidays, paid sick time, paid vacation time, and paid personal days.
• Employee assistance program.
• Work boot allowance.
• Year-round position working Monday-Thursday in the summer months; Monday-Friday in winter months.

What Your Days Look Like

• Repair and maintain pickups, trucks, heavy duty equipment and special equipment.
• Utilize a well-rounded knowledge of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, electrical components, hydraulic systems, brakes, cooling, and air conditioning systems.
• Examine vehicles to determine the nature and extent of repairs needed.
• Raise vehicles using jacks or hoists to gain access to the underside of vehicles.
• Repair vehicles by installing new or rebuilt parts.
• Maintain parts and supply inventory.
• Perform general maintenance, safety checks, and electrical repairs; make adjustments using hand tools or special tools.
• Overhaul and repair engines, transmissions, differentials, and other components using mechanics tools and other equipment.
• May need to fabricate to update equipment.
• Practice safe work and lifting procedures at all times including wearing safety equipment.
• Lift, push and pull heavy objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

What We Are Looking For

• At least 2 years’ experience as a truck and heavy equipment/construction mechanic preferred.
• Class A CDL required.
• Experience in engine electronics on modern equipment preferred.
• State Certified as a Mechanic, or ability to obtain if hired for this position.
• Basic tool set required; company provides specialty tools/equipment.
• Must be observant and safety-minded in the course of completing your work.
• Ability to collaborate with others as well as work independently while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a shop environment as well as travel throughout Mackinac County to worksites in a company provided vehicle.
• Flexibility to work outside of normal scheduled hours and/or respond to emergencies if needed.
• Ability to pass a physical, drug test, and fitness assessment (paid for by the Road Commission)

SOUND LIKE YOU?

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Friday, November 27, 2026 at 10:00am eastern time.