Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Peninsula Fiber Network, LLC; Hessel (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Defined contribution retirement plan

Paid holidays, sick time, vacation, &

Personal days

Job summary

The Mackinac County Road Commission is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join the team in Hessel, Michigan. The role focuses on diesel and heavy equipment with a strong mechanical background and CDL requirement.

Responsibilities include repairing and maintaining trucks, engines, and hydraulics, performing safety checks, and traveling to worksites around Mackinac County. A competitive benefits package and year-round hours are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience as a truck and heavy equipment/construction mechanic.
• 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)

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Safety-minded

Teamwork

Independent work

Diesel engines

Tools

Basic tool set

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)

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