Mechanic - Gas & Diesel

PRICE ELECTRIC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Company insurance (vision, disability,

401(k) with company match

Uniforms, tool discounts & boot eyewr

Job summary

PRICE ELECTRIC in Robins, IA is hiring a skilled Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, and repair gas and diesel construction equipment. You will maintain a diverse fleet of boring drills, excavators and skid loaders, perform tests, run diagnostics, complete service logs, and ensure safety, reliability, and performance across our heavy machinery.

Qualifications include mechanical education or certification with 3+ years of experience; ability to lift up to 50 lbs; reading manuals and using computer

Qualifications

• Mechanical education or certification with 3+ years of experience diagnosing and maintaining gas/diesel engines and equipment.
• Experience with welding and performing preventive maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Ability to read manuals and operate computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain construction equipment including boring drills, excavators, and skid loaders.
• Perform test drives and run diagnostic tests to identify issues.
• Diagnose mechanical issues through testing and troubleshooting.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs to keep equipment safe and reliable.
• Complete service logs and report equipment issues.
• Respond to service calls and perform mobile welding as needed.

Skills

Welding

Diagnostics

Manual reading

Computer systems

Physical stamina

Education

Mechanical education/certification

Tools

Diagnostic tests

Job description

Want to work on a wide variety of fleet vehicles and heavy machinery, expand your skill set, and earn competitive wages maintaining construction equipment? PRICE ELECTRIC is hiring a skilled Mechanic out of our Robins, IA facility to inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair gas and diesel construction equipment. This role supports our construction fleet to ensure safety, reliability, and performance.

What you’ll do:

• Inspect and maintain construction equipment (boring drills, excavators, skid loaders, etc.) including internal systems and controls
• Perform test drives and run diagnostic tests
• Diagnose mechanical issues through testing and troubleshooting
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs to keep company vehicles safe
• Complete service logs and report equipment issues
• Perform mobile welding and respond to service calls

What we’re looking for:

• Mechanical education/certification (or equivalent) and 3+ years of experience diagnosing and maintaining gas/diesel engines and equipment (including welding)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical job duties – full range of motion and dexterity; walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing
• Ability to read manuals and use computer systems
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Valid Class A CDL preferred but not required; if an otherwise qualified candidate with a valid Driver License wishes to obtain a Class A CDL, the company may assist with CDL training and testing costs and additional compensation would be discussed

Why Price Electric?

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Company paid vision, disability & life insurance
• Elective medical, dental, life & accident insurance
• Paid time off & holidays
• 401k with company match
• Company clothing, tool discounts and boot & eyewear reimbursements

Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and background check.
PRICE ELECTRIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.