Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Technician

Excel Equipment; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Excel Equipment in Suffolk, VA, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic to join the team. Openings for field, mobile, and in-shop mechanics with a focus on repair and maintenance of CASE construction equipment.

We offer industry-leading pay ($70,000–$90,000/yr), a strong benefits package, and opportunities for advancement within the company. Experience with heavy equipment and knowledge of transmissions, engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have experience repairing heavy equipment or construction equipment.
• Knowledge of Ag/Construction equipment including transmissions, engines, fuel systems, hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Must read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics and manufacturer service manuals.
• Must troubleshoot breakdowns and diagnose issues.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate successful mechanic experience.
• Repair and maintain heavy equipment and construction equipment.
• Follow OSHA regulations and safety procedures.
• Read and interpret service manuals and schematics; diagnose issues.
• Communicate effectively with manager and team.
• Operate diagnostic vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Tools

Service manuals

Job description

Are you a heavy equipment mechanic that would benefit from an excellent compensation and benefits package? This is your chance to begin a meaningful career with a growing equipment dealer where you will experience autonomy in your position and feel valued for your contributions. Plus, enjoy competitive pay and career advancement opportunities!

Excel Equipment , Virginia’s premier CASE construction equipment dealer, is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic to join their team in Suffolk, VA . Openings for field, mobile, and in-shop mechanics!

If you have experience repairing heavy equipment or construction equipment, Excel Equipment wants to hear from you! Experience repairing CASE equipment is a plus.

Why Heavy Equipment Mechanics join the Excel Equipment team:

• Industry leading pay: Ranging from $70,000 – $90,000/yr or more, based on experience and overtime worked.
• Strong benefits package – Includes multiple health plans to choose from with great coverage, dental, short and long-term disability, optional insurances, 401k with match, generous PTO, 6 paid holidays.
• Environment – Enjoy better hours and no fluctuation in compensation and schedule that you would normally experience with a dealership. You will also have a better communication system in place to provide better service.
• Advancement – Excel Equipment believes in promoting from within. As you learn our business and continue to grow, you can advance into higher level roles including Manager and Lead roles.
• Stability – Excel Equipment sells and supports CASE, a leading manufacturer of construction and heavy equipment. Join an established dealer that has been in business since 1981, over 800 employees with 10 locations serving the mid-Atlantic market.
• Family-owned – Get to know the owners of the company! See how active they are within the organization and how much they care about their employees.

Essential duties/responsibilities:

• Previous demonstration of successful mechanic experience
• Must be familiar with heavy equipment repair and maintenance, including OSHA regulations.
• Knowledge of Ag/Construction equipment required including transmissions, engines, fuel systems, hydraulics, and electrical systems
• Must have ability to read, understand, and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics and manufacturer written service manuals
• Must be able to troubleshoot breakdowns and diagnose issues
• Strong analytical skills
• Must have strong attention to detail, and sense of urgency
• Work in extreme weather conditions
• Operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Communicate effectively with manager, co-workers, and clients

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.