Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Cattlecrete; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

CattleCrete seeks a Heavy Equipment Maintenance Mechanic based out of Morrill, Nebraska, to support Midwest projects. You will keep pavers, plants, rollers, and other heavy machinery running, traveling as needed with field-based responsibilities and a service truck.

Role requires proven heavy equipment and diesel experience, basic electrical skills, welding and fabrication abilities, and strong troubleshooting across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

Qualifications

• Proven heavy equipment and diesel mechanic experience.
• Basic electrical experience required.
• Welding and fabrication experience required.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Self-directed and capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair loaders, skid steers, dozers, excavators, trucks, RCC pavers, rollers, and concrete mixing plants.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, basic electrical, and powertrain issues.
• Troubleshoot plant systems: conveyors, motors, sensors, scales, gates, and control components.
• Perform preventive maintenance, major repairs, and field service calls.
• Complete welding and fabrication work as part of equipment and plant repairs.
• Keep tools, parts, and service documentation organized and accurate.
• Communicate equipment needs and repair timelines clearly.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diesel mechanic

Troubleshooting

Field service

Self-directed

Tools

Welding

Fabrication

Job description

Heavy Equipment Maintenance Mechanic at CattleCrete

As an Equipment Maintenance Technician at CattleCrete, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and repairing the equipment that powers our concrete and paving crews across the Midwest. Based out of Morrill, Nebraska, this role requires travel, independence, and strong mechanical knowledge. You’ll take charge of keeping our pavers, plants, rollers, saws, and other job-critical machinery running at peak performance — with the support of a top-tier team behind you.

At CattleCrete, we’re known for quality work, strong crews, and equipment that gets the job done right. We build and operate high-quality concrete paving projects across the region. Our mechanics are a key part of our production success and equipment reliability.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Heavy Equipment Mechanic - $40-50/hr
• 2 weeks paid vacation after 6 months
• Year-end bonuses
• Project-based performance bonuses
• Company credit card for work expenses
• Career advancement opportunities
• Shop and field work

As an Equipment Maintenance Technician, you’ll be responsible for keeping our concrete and paving equipment running strong across projects throughout the Midwest. Based out of Morrill, Nebraska, this is a hands-on, field-based role where you’ll maintain pavers, plants, rollers, trowels, saws, and other heavy machinery. You’ll work independently, using your own tools, with the support of a service truck, company credit card, and a crew that values doing things right.

Key Focuses:

• Maintain and repair loaders, skid steers, dozers, excavators, trucks, RCC pavers, rollers, and concrete mixing plants.

Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, basic electrical, and powertrain issues.

Troubleshoot plant systems: conveyors, motors, sensors, scales, gates, and control components.

Perform preventive maintenance, major repairs, and field service calls.

Complete welding and fabrication work as part of equipment and plant repairs.

Keep tools, parts, and service documentation organized and accurate.

Communicate equipment needs and repair timelines clearly.

We’re looking for a skilled and reliable mechanic who thrives in the field. If you’re the type who takes pride in keeping equipment running like new and isn’t afraid to get dirty, this role is built for you. You’ll be trusted with critical machines, given autonomy, and backed by a team that values precision and hustle.

Requirements: Proven heavy equipment and diesel mechanic experience.

Basic electrical experience required.

Welding and fabrication experience required.

Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

Self-directed, dependable, and capable of working independently.