Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Forestry

Ncagr; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Forest Service is seeking a District Mechanic to maintain and repair heavy forestry equipment at the Rocky Mount duty station. The role requires diagnosing mechanical issues, following repair manuals, and performing welding and fabrication tasks.

Expect exposure to environmental conditions and occasional travel for emergencies. Responsibilities include repairing irrigation equipment, engines, hydraulics, and transmissions, with a focus on reliability for wildfire response and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience in repair work.
• EPA Type I/II/III or Universal technician certification may be required.
• Experience with heavy equipment repair and welding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment and troubleshoots mechanical problems.
• Reads and uses repair manuals and schematics.
• Performs irrigation equipment repair including electric, PTO and engine-driven pumps; welds and fabricates as needed.
• Operates and maintains forestry equipment and performs automotive painting.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Welding & fabrication

Automotive/heavy equipment repair

Basic computer skills

Heavy lifting ability

Education

High school diploma

GED accepted

Education/Experience equivalency

Tools

EPA technician certification

Job description

North Carolina Forest Service is seeking a District Mechanic to maintain and repair heavy forestry equipment at the Rocky Mount duty station. The role requires diagnosing mechanical issues, following repair manuals, and performing welding and fabrication tasks.

Expect exposure to environmental conditions and occasional travel for emergencies. Responsibilities include repairing irrigation equipment, engines, hydraulics, and transmissions, with a focus on reliability for wildfire response and