Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Wagman; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FSA Healthcare

Disability Insurance

Wellness Program

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Wagman is seeking a Field Heavy Equipment Shop Mechanic to join our Heavy Civil team at the Dinwiddie, VA Field Service Center. The Mechanic position is subject to travel throughout VA to our various job sites to support our operations teams.

The right candidate has a valid driver's license and 3+ years of heavy equipment mechanic experience in construction. You will inspect, repair, and test equipment including loaders, dozers, cranes, and backhoes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years experience as a heavy equipment mechanic in the construction industry.
• Valid driver's license; CDL-B preferred.
• Ability to test repaired equipment and ensure operating efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and lubricate heavy construction equipment in shop and at job sites.
• Repair and troubleshoot heavy trucks and equipment (loaders, dozers, cranes, backhoes), replacing worn parts.
• Test repaired equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems.
• Assist in dismantling/assembling cranes.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and inspections.

Skills

Heavy equipment mechanic experience

Valid driver's license

CDL-B preferred

Troubleshooting and testing equipment

Job description

Pay rate: $25.00/hr -$37.00/hr (Based on experience and certifications)

Travel: Regional- Must be able to travel to VA job sites when needed

We are currently looking for a Field Heavy Equipment Shop Mechanic to join our Heavy Civil team at our Dinwiddie, VA Field Service Center. The Mechanic position is subject to travel throughout VA to our various job sites to support our operations teams.

Wagman is a multi-faceted construction firm with major operations in heavy civil, general construction and geotechnical construction services. Wagman is a fourth generation, family-owned company with offices in Pennsylvania and Virginia and is headquartered in York, PA. Founded in 1902 Wagman is a nationally recognized leader in the industry. Core competencies include: design-build, infrastructure, marine construction, modified concrete, grooving and grinding, and geotechnical construction services.

This is a safety sensitive position requiring work on construction sites with various safety hazards inherent in heavy construction.

This position is subject to drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

Basic Requirements:

• Valid Driver's license is required
• Min. CDL B preferred
• Minimum 3+ years preferred experience as a heavy equipment mechanic in construction industry
• Test repaired equipment to insure operating efficiency.

Essential Functions:

• Inspecting and lubricating heavy construction equipment in shop and at construction job sites.
• Repair trouble shooting of heavy trucks and construction equipment (i.e., loaders, dozers, cranes, backhoes, etc.), including removal of defective parts and installing new or rebuilt parts.
• Test repaired equipment to insure operating efficiency.
• Trouble shoot, diagnose and repair electrical systems.
• Assist in dismantling and/or putting together cranes.
• Make preventative maintenance checks and inspections

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to waist level.
• Continuous standing and walking required throughout a scheduled work shift.
• Required to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands, and requires acceptable corrected vision (in both eyes) and acceptable corrected hearing.
• Must be able to climb ladders and/or steps on equipment to access areas to be repaired.
• Must be able to bend, squat, kneel and crawl.
• Must be able to work in dirty, greasy, noisy, cold, hot and humid working conditions.

Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy and offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes:

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs that include Orthopedic Care
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off

Our Values

Wagman’s Core Values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, innovation, sense of urgency, and community are an integral part of every decision and every plan made at Wagman and these values have laid the foundation for our success and longevity for our past, present, and future.

Consistently being recognized with national and regional awards for projects, safety and community is a testament of our commitment to these values. Beyond the buildings and bridges which connect and improve our communities, Wagman has community engagement programs and initiatives which help to build better, for our people.

Wagman Culture

Wagman is committed to cultivating a workforce and preserving a culture built on our core values. Our people are our most valuable assets. We value the diverse identities, experiences, perspectives, backgrounds capabilities and talents that our people bring to Wagman.

From hiring to training, development, and promotions to special events, Wagman is committed to providing equal and equitable opportunities and rewarding experiences. As a family business providing a safe and healthy work environment in accordance with our mission, we foster diverse and inclusive work experiences and a sense of belonging.

Wagman is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We recognize and value our diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Wagman is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.