MASTER MECHANIC (Heavy Equipment)

Branch; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing equipment service company in Statesville is looking for an experienced Master Mechanic (Heavy Equipment) to lead diagnostic and repair projects for heavy construction machinery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in equipment repair, effective mentoring skills, and a commitment to safety and performance. This full-time position includes on-call hours and may require occasional overnight travel. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in heavy equipment repair.
• 3+ years at a senior or lead mechanic level required.
• Valid driver's license; CDL may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting of heavy equipment.
• Conduct major overhauls of engines and hydraulic systems.
• Lead complex repair projects and mentor junior mechanics.

Skills

Dependability

Productivity

Communicating Effectively

Following Policies and Procedures

Working Safely

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational certification in diesel/heavy equipment

Tools

Technical manuals

Service bulletins

Schematics

Job description

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Position Summary

Branch is searching for an experienced and safety‑driven Master Mechanic to join our well‑established, growing company. The Master Mechanic is a senior‑level, highly skilled technician responsible for the advanced inspection, diagnosis, repair, and overhaul of a wide range of heavy construction equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, cranes, graders, haul trucks, and other specialized machinery used in construction operations. The Master Mechanic serves as a technical expert, mentor, and leader, ensuring maximum equipment uptime, safety, and performance.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on heavy equipment.
• Conduct major overhauls of engines, transmissions, final drives, undercarriages, and hydraulic systems.
• Fabricate, weld, and machine parts when necessary to complete repairs.
• Maintain, update, and interpret technical manuals, service bulletins, and schematics.
• Lead complex repair projects and coordinate with field crews to minimize downtime.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and safety regulations.
• Mentor and train junior mechanics, apprentices, and operators on equipment care.
• Maintain detailed service and repair records in company systems.
• Support leadership in planning equipment life cycles and recommending replacements or upgrades.
• Adhere to OSHA, MSHA, and company safety standards at all times.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational certification in diesel/heavy equipment preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in heavy equipment repair, including 3+ years at a senior or lead mechanic level.
• Manufacturer certifications (e.g., Caterpillar, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo, Liebherr) strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL may be required with hazmat and tanker endorsement within 60 days depending on equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and work in outdoor environments under varying weather conditions.

Competencies

• Dependability
• Productivity
• Communicating Effectively
• Following Policies and Procedures
• Working Safely

Travel

None

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste and smell. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full‑time position which will typically involve 40+ hours a week. Due to the nature of the job, the employee must be available on‑call early/late hours to deal with delays, bad weather and emergencies at the job site. Work hours may include occasional nights and weekends, which may include overnight stays and travel to job sites.

AAP/EEO Statement

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and condition of employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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