Mechanic - Heavy Equipment

https:/jobs.gogpac.com/gpac/search/Apply/all/964/504428090/Mechanic%20-%20Heavy%20Equipment%20.html; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join a maintenance team supporting multiple yard locations. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of maintenance experience, especially with hydraulics and diesel engines. Responsibilities include performing hands-on repairs and preventive maintenance. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and a Tools Purchase Program.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Life insurance

Tools Purchase Program

Work Vehicle

Qualifications

• 2+ years of heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• Strong background in hydraulics and diesel engines.
• Ability to read schematics and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Handle preventive maintenance schedules.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Hydraulics

Mechanical troubleshooting

Diagnosing issues

Welding/fabrication

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Mechanic

We’re seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join a maintenance team supporting multiple yard locations. This role is all about keeping operations running—diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and ensuring equipment is safe, reliable, and productive.

What You’ll Do

• Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on:

  • Hydraulic systems and power units

  • Excavators, loaders, backhoes, and material handlers

  • Balers, shears, shredders, and other processing machinery

  • Air systems, motors, and electrical components

  • Skid steers, forklifts, and related equipment

• Handle preventive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and extend machine life.

• Respond quickly to breakdowns and perform on-site repairs.

• Accurately track service logs, work orders, and equipment history.

• Partner with the Maintenance Manager and technicians to coordinate repairs and share expertise.

• Assist with inventory, sourcing repair parts, and working with vendors when needed.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of heavy equipment maintenance and repair experience (construction or industrial setting preferred).

• Strong background in hydraulics, diesel engines, mechanical troubleshooting, and diagnostics.

• Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals.

• Welding/fabrication skills are a plus.

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel between sites.

• Safety-first mindset and ability to work independently or in a team.

• Experience with CMMS systems preferred.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• PTO

• Life insurance

• Tools Purchase Program

• Work Vehicle

For those interested, apply by submitting a resume or contact McKenzie McGranor directly [e-mail]605-705-4018for a confidential conversation.