Master Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Diesel, Hydraulics & PLC

Harsco Environmental; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company matching

Disability plans

Job summary

Harsco Environmental is seeking a Master Heavy Equipment Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain a fleet of heavy industrial equipment in a steel mill and industrial site environment. You will diagnose diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, and perform preventative maintenance to ensure uptime.

The role requires hands-on expertise, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to work independently in a demanding industrial setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–7 years of experience repairing heavy equipment, construction equipment, mining equipment, or industrial mobile equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with diesel engine repair and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, hydraulic schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on heavy mobile equipment, including wheel loaders, excavators, material handlers, dozers, off-road haul trucks, industrial forklifts, locomotives, cranes and support equipment.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical and electronic control systems, powertrain and drivetrain components, braking, steering and suspension systems.
• Utilize diagnostic software, laptops, and electronic testing equipment to identify faults and perform repairs.
• Perform troubleshooting of equipment and other heavy equipment manufacturers' machines using OEM diagnostic software and service manuals.
• Conduct welding, cutting, fabrication, and component replacement as necessary.
• Complete work orders, inspection reports, and maintenance records accurately in maintenance management systems.
• Perform field repairs in industrial operating areas and respond to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Inspect equipment for safety, operational readiness, and compliance with company standards.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Diesel engine repair

Hydraulic systems

Electrical diagnostics

diagnostic software

Read schematics

Driver's license

CDL (preferred)

Tool proficiency

Overtime availability

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

OEM service manuals

Diagnostic software

Laptops

Job description

Harsco Environmental is seeking a Master Heavy Equipment Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain a fleet of heavy industrial equipment in a steel mill and industrial site environment. You will diagnose diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, and perform preventative maintenance to ensure uptime.

The role requires hands-on expertise, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to work independently in a demanding industrial setting.