Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Northeast Paving; Walpole (NH); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Basic Life Insurance

Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy

401(k) Plan w/Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits, including Gym/Fitness Incentives

Job summary

A construction company located in Walpole is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. The successful candidate must perform mechanical work on diverse automotive and construction equipment. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, performing repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess at least 3 years of experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work in various weather conditions. Benefits include company-paid life insurance, vacation pay, and a 401(k) plan with employer match.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to understand work directions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Inspect and troubleshoot various systems and components.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area and tools.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Expertise in power train repairs

Electrical troubleshooting

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

United States, New Hampshire, Walpole

Mar 02, 2026

Position Type: Full Time (40+)

Pay Type: Hourly

Seasonal Work: No

Cold River Materials Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

General Description

Under general direction of Lead Mechanic and Equipment Operations Manager, the Heavy Equipment Mechanic will perform general mechanical work in repair and maintenance of diversified automotive and construction/asphalt equipment. Employee repairs and services vehicles and other motorized equipment, and maintains cleanliness of the shop area. Performs related work as required.

Key Duties

Responsible to support all equipment maintenance operations within Company/Project to include:

• Understands and obeys all DOT regulations as it pertains to mechanic truck operation
• Has passed certified basic mechanics skills testing.
• Performs routine and advanced maintenance on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Performs DOT brake repairs on commercial vehicles.
• Repair power train components such as engine, transmission, differentials, PTO systems, transfer cases, hydraulic motors and pumps and all other auxiliary drive components.
• Inspects and troubleshoots starting and charging systems.
• Diagnose suspension system problems such as vehicle alignment, springs and chassis mounting systems.
• Troubleshoots electrical components such as gauges, sending units, relays, lighting systems and solenoids.
• Inspect, repair and or replace track suspension systems and components, such as rails, bushings, idlers, and sprocket segments, rollers and track shoes.
• Performs expert repairs on material handling equipment such as cranes and forklifts.
• Maintains a clean work area, sweeps floors, removes oil and grease spills and performs other general custodial work, as required.
• Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment.
• Maintains personal tools and company owned tools.
• Accurately completes all associated forms such as inspection records, time sheets, and work orders
• Demonstrates team attitude, and works to attain individual, division and company goals

Qualifications and Requirements

General

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with management, fellow employees and Owner. A minimum of three (3) years of experience is required. Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record required.

Physical Demands

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
• Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
• Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and, at times, as much as 90 pounds, as may be assigned.
• Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
• Physical dexterity involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.
• Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
• Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 15 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required.
• Sufficient skill and visual acuity, under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions, to provide direction and flagging for operators of cranes with rated capacities of up to 300 tons.
• Must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Heavy Equipment Mechanic encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that are typically associated with a construction project.
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.

Demonstrates Safety 1st

It is important for members of our team to be actively involved in their own safety, while being considerate of fellow employees.

• Assess work environment for possible hazards and makes sure training is adequate to the task.
• Has proper personal protective equipment and tools, uses them appropriately for the given task.
• Speaks up if seeing an unsafe act
• Identifies and turns in near miss reports
• Asks for help, when needed, to perform tasks safely.
• Considers if there is a safer way to perform work and communicates.

Cold River Materials owns and operates six state-of-the art mining facilities strategically located to serve our business partners throughout the Northeast region. All six of our locations offer a wide range of aggregate products used by the construction industry today. From base gravel to crushed concrete and asphalt stone, Rip-rap material to pea gravel and other decorative backfill material-Cold River Materials manufactures aggregates for all manner of projects. For decades, Cold River Materials has remained one of the most highly trusted names in aggregate manufacturing and supply throughout New England. Our reputation is based on our commitment to producing top-quality materials, competitively priced and guaranteed to meet the exact needs of our clients and customers.

We support a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.