Mechanic Field Tech I

Capitol Aggregates, Inc.; Poteet (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K & Bonus

Disability insurance

Employee assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Capitol Aggregates, a division of Zachry, seeks a Field Mechanic Tech I to perform inspection, preventive maintenance, and repairs on mobile and stationary equipment across plant sites. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, safe work habits, and the ability to work independently while supporting plant operations.

The position travels to multiple plant locations, performing major and minor mechanical work, preventive maintenance, and service calls on heavy and light equipment, with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Diesel Mechanics highly desirable but not required.
• Valid and clean driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned plant locations to complete maintenance and repair work in the field.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment, completing both major and minor mechanical work as assigned.
• Respond to routine service calls on on-road and off-road equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on heavy equipment including loaders, bulldozers, haul trucks, and skid steers.
• Complete welding, fabrication, and basic machine work as needed.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical systems with appropriate supervision or escalation.

Skills

Diagnostics software

Truck-mounted crane operation

Personal tools

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Diesel Mechanics desired

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Truck-mounted crane

Job description

Who We Are

Capitol Aggregates, a division of Zachry, stands on a rich tradition of creativity, stability, innovation, and experience in the construction and building materials industry. Fully understanding that Capitol's employees are the heart of our success, we foster a dynamic work environment by providing development opportunities such as training, education, and career advancement.

We believe people are our greatest asset and offer a variety of training and development opportunities to promote excellence and facilitate career advancement. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.

Our Core Values guide everything we do:

Every Person Matters | Together We Can Do Great Things | This Is More Than a Job

Position Overview

The Field Mechanic Tech I supports the inspection, preventive maintenance, and repair of mobile and stationary equipment used across Capitol Aggregates' plant locations. This field-based role travels to multiple plant sites to perform service work on heavy and light automotive equipment, earth-moving machinery, internal combustion engines, compressors, pumps, manlifts, forklifts, and related equipment. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, safe work habits, and the ability to work independently while providing timely support to plant operations.

What You'll Do

• Travel to assigned plant locations to complete maintenance and repair work in the field.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment, completing both major and minor mechanical work as assigned.
• Respond to routine service calls on on-road and off-road equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on heavy equipment including loaders, bulldozers, haul trucks, and skid steers.
• Complete welding, fabrication, and basic machine work as needed.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical systems with appropriate supervision or escalation.
• Operate a service truck safely in plant environments and around traffic.
• Maintain clean work areas, tools, and service vehicles daily.
• Support PM crews or shop personnel as assigned.
• Follow all company and plant safety standards, rules, and regulations.

NOTE: This list presents only the essential duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as dictated by business needs and conditions. As an essential function of the job, good attendance is required.

What You'll Bring

Required Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency with basic computer applications used for diagnostics, reporting, and work orders.
• Ability to utilize diagnostic software to troubleshoot and repair component systems, with training as needed.
• Ability to safely operate a truck-mounted crane.
• Ability to provide personal basic tools required for routine work.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new systems.
• Ability to work independently when dispatched to remote plant locations.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Diesel Mechanics highly desired but not required.
• Valid and clean driver's license required.

Other Qualifications

• Customer-service mindset with ability to support multiple plant locations professionally.
• Flexibility in work schedules and start times.
• Ability to travel up to one (1) week at a time if required.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Benefits & Equal Opportunity

Capitol Aggregates offers an industry leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K, Paid Leave and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And many more

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Capitol Aggregates Inc. (Capitol) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Capitol, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Capitol mailing address or email address, directly to Capitol employees, or to Capitol's resume database will be considered Capitol property. Capitol will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Capitol will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Capitol's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Capitol will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Capitol's Human Resources Representative or their designee. No other Capitol employee is authorized to bind Capitol to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by an Agency.

Position Information

Company: Zachry

Position: Mechanic Field Tech I

Req #: 10949678

Date Posted: March 23, 2026

Location: 900 Cleo Lane, Poteet, US, TX, 78065

Job Category: Mechanic/Equipment Team