Heavy Equipment Mechanic | Field Technician

Duininck Texas; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Paid Time Off

Per Diem

Health plans

Dental & Vision plans

Life insurance

Short term disability

PPE provided

401K with company match

Job summary

Duininck is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic Field Technician to diagnose and repair heavy construction equipment in the field and at the local shop. You will travel to various sites across Texas and Oklahoma to perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance, reading schematics, and ensuring safe operation.

The role requires proven mechanical experience with heavy equipment, diesel engines, and strong troubleshooting skills; CDL Class A is preferred; certification as Heavy Equipment

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical experience on heavy equipment including asphalt plant equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of diesel engines and construction equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
• Basic welding skills.
• Class A CDL is preferred.
• Certification as Heavy Equipment Mechanic is a plus.
• Good communication skills; bilingual a plus.
• Understand and adhere to all safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Driving to the job site to operate and inspect all construction equipment and components to determine needed repairs.
• Diagnosing faults and ability to read schematics.
• Hydraulic troubleshooting and ability to read hydraulic schematics.
• Discuss equipment problems with supervisor and/or others as needed.
• Repair, replace, calibrate, adjust and/or rebuild components.
• Test repaired equipment for proper operation.
• Inspect, add and/or change fluids and lubricants; check and replace worn parts and perform other routine service and maintenance.
• Complete all required welding and fabrication work as needed.
• Read equipment manuals, service bulletins and attend training sessions.
• Maintain and update knowledge of equipment to be serviced.
• Travel to various sites as needed for diagnosis and repair.
• Maintain orderliness, cleanliness and safety; operate tools and heavy equipment as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Diesel engines knowledge

Mechanical troubleshooting

Welding basics

Communication skills

Bilingual

Safety compliance

Willingness to travel

Education

Class A CDL preferred

Heavy Equipment Mechanic certification

Job description

Duininck is a fourth generation 100 year family led company built on strong relationships with customers employees subcontractors and vendors We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale Join specialized infrastructure projects across Texas and Oklahoma Youll produce hot mix asphalt for military runways construct roads for the Department of Transportation and handle high stakes concrete work for aviation and defense facilities These arent just jobs; theyre careers building Americas critical infrastructure

This seasonal full time position comes with a strong benefits package including

• Competitive wage starting at 35hour with overtime higher rate based on experience
• Paid Time Off
• Per Diem when applicable
• Strong Health Plans to choose from
• Dental & Vision Plans
• Company Paid Life insurance & Short Term Disability
• Position specific personal protective equipment provided
• 401K with company match and more

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic Field Technician position will diagnose and repair all heavy construction equipment in the field To ensure success as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic you should have proven experience working with heavy machinery be physically fit and be able to troubleshoot issues in the shop and on the job site A Heavy Equipment Mechanic must demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations decrease turnaround times streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service This position is based out of a local shop but travels to various sites as needed for equipment diagnosis and repair

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Driving to the job site to operate and inspect all construction equipment and components to determine needed repairs
• Diagnosing faults and ability to read schematics
• Hydraulic troubleshooting and ability to read hydraulic schematics
• Discuss equipment problems with supervisor andor others as needed
• Repair replace calibrate adjust andor rebuild components
• Test repaired equipment for proper operation
• Inspect add andor change fluids and lubricants; check and replace worn parts and perform other routine service and maintenance
• Complete all required welding and fabrication work as needed
• Read equipment manuals service bulletins and other resources; attend training sessions
• Maintain and update knowledge of equipment to be serviced
• Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to management
• Assist with ordering parts materials and supplies needed for repair and maintenance
• Record work performed time and materials used for each job; maintain related work logs and records
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools equipment motor vehicles and heavy equipment and perform related duties as assigned by the Shop Manager
• Maintain orderliness cleanliness and safety
• Perform the above duties following the procedures developed by management TPR B2W Maintain etc

Job Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Previous mechanical experience on heavy equipment including asphalt plant equipment
• Extensive knowledge of diesel engines and construction equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and trouble shooting skills
• Basic welding skills
• Class A Commercial Drivers License is preferred
• Certification as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic is a plus
• Good communication skills
• Bilingual is a plus
• Understand and adhere to all safety regulations
• Understand and adhere to the Personal Protection Equipment requirements
• An unwavering focus on safety
• OSHA
• Willingness to travel throughout Texas and Oklahoma

Work EnvironmentPhysical Demands

• Able to remain in a standing position for extended periods of time
• Must be capable of lifting arms above shoulder level to install and remove components as well as bend or stoop repeatedly over time
• Must be capable of manipulating tools in areas of limited spaces
• Able to move heavy objects 50 lbs or more long distances
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others
• Walk bend kneel lift stretch and sit
• Regularly work extended overtime hours outdoors and in a variety of weather conditions at all project locations
• Travel and some Saturday work are required

Duininck is an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race creed religion color national origin sex age disability genetics marital status sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or citizenship status

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