Mechanic Intern

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. seeks a Mechanic Intern to join the Equipment team and gain hands-on experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing heavy equipment, trucks, and trailers.

The program builds a strong technical foundation for a career in construction and equipment operations. You will work with experienced mechanics, perform routine maintenance, observe diagnostics, and contribute to documentation and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant degree or technical program, or high school diploma with strong interest in the field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, tools and equipment is helpful.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to a fast-paced, hands-on setting.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude.
• Comfortable working in outdoor/field and shop environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance support: assist with routine maintenance and repair work on equipment.
• Diagnostics & troubleshooting: observe and learn to identify problems under supervision.
• Preventative maintenance: help perform tasks to keep equipment reliable.
• Documentation: assist in maintenance logs and reports.
• Compliance & safety: learn and follow safety procedures and regulations.
• Team collaboration: work with mechanics, equipment managers, and field staff.
• Process improvement: identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Learnability

Outdoor work

Mechanical basics

Problem solving

Education

Enrolled in a relevant degree or technical program (Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Construction Management, or related field)

Job description

Mechanic Intern Job Summary:

We are seeking a Mechanic Intern to join our Equipment team. In this role, you will gain invaluable real-world experience working alongside experienced mechanics and technicians, learning to diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy equipment, trucks, and trailers. This program is designed to provide students with hands‑on exposure to equipment maintenance operations, helping you build a strong technical foundation for a future career in the construction and equipment industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Support: Assist mechanics with routine maintenance and repair work on company equipment, including heavy equipment, trucks, and trailers.
• Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Observe and participate in diagnosing equipment issues, learning to identify problems and develop solutions under the guidance of experienced staff.
• Preventative Maintenance: Help perform preventative maintenance tasks to support optimal equipment performance and minimize downtime.
• Documentation: Assist in maintaining equipment‑related reports, maintenance logs, and metrics.
• Compliance & Safety: Learn and follow safety procedures and regulatory requirements related to equipment operation and maintenance.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with mechanics, equipment managers, and field staff to support equipment division goals.
• Process Improvement: Participate in identifying opportunities to improve maintenance and repair processes.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a relevant degree or technical program (Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Construction Management, or related field), or high school diploma/equivalent with strong interest in the field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, tools, and equipment is a plus but not mandatory.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to a fast‑paced, hands‑on setting.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude.
• Comfortable working in outdoor/field and shop environments.

Duration:

Typically May–August

Compensation:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Potential for academic credit, depending on your institution's policies.
• Opportunity for future employment within the company based on performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We’re a 100% employee-owned multi‑faced contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee‑owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation.