Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Trillium Staffing; Melvindale (MI); On-site; USD 44,083 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-Tier Benefits

Professional Growth Opportunities

Direct Hire Placement

Job summary

Trillium Staffing in Melvindale, MI is looking for a Heavy Equipment Technician to maintain and repair industrial machinery. You will perform complex repairs, execute maintenance programs, and ensure operational readiness while adhering to safety protocols.

The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience, especially with heavy equipment. A competitive pay rate of $32-38/hour is offered, along with top-tier benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance and repair experience in heavy equipment.
• Extensive expertise in hydraulic systems and OEM platforms.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and remain mobile throughout a full shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex repairs and routine servicing on heavy industrial equipment.
• Utilize knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems.
• Complete daily maintenance record-keeping and work orders.

Skills

Hydraulic systems expertise

Electrical diagnostics

Maintenance experience

Record-keeping skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Intermodal/ Heavy Equipment Technician- Detroit, MI

We are seeking a highly skilled Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician for a premier provider of industrial equipment solutions. This is a Direct Hire opportunity for a technician who excels in the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of large-scale mechanical assets and customer equipment.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing preventative maintenance programs and ensuring the operational readiness of specialized machinery within a high-volume logistics and terminal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex repairs and routine servicing on a variety of company-owned and customer-facing heavy industrial equipment.
• Utilize extensive knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues.
• Adhere strictly to all safety protocols and department policies to ensure a zero-accident work environment.
• Complete daily site activities, including work orders, timekeeping, and detailed maintenance record-keeping.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Parts departments to identify and source necessary components for equipment uptime.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of company-owned assets, tools, and specialized equipment.

Working Conditions

• Outdoor Environment: Ability to work comfortably in various weather elements (heat, cold, rain, etc.) within a large-scale industrial yard.
• Must be comfortable working at heights of up to 80 feet using man baskets or aerial lifts.
• Must be willing to work overtime as assigned and participate in a standard On-Call rotation to support customer needs.

What We Offer

• Direct Hire Placement: Stability with a leading national organization.
• Top-Tier Benefits: An industry-leading benefits package with exceptionally low employee premiums.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to work on diverse, high-value industrial machinery.

Schedule is 1st shift, Monday-Friday. The pay rate is $32-38/hour, depending on experience.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance and repair experience, specifically with 2+ years focused on heavy equipment (e.g., steel mill machinery, large-scale hydraulics, or similar “yellow iron”).
• Extensive expertise in hydraulic systems, electrical diagnostics, and various OEM platforms.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and remain mobile throughout a full shift.
• Intermediate computer skills and a high level of detail in record-keeping and maintenance documentation.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.