Mobile Truck and Equipment Mechanic

Hooper Corporation; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Company truck

Provided tools

Benefits package

Union pay at union rates

Job summary

Hooper Corporation is seeking a skilled Diesel Technician to troubleshoot and repair industrial trucks, trailers, and construction equipment within our service area.

The role emphasizes safety, record-keeping, and adherence to DOT/FMCSA requirements, with overtime, a company truck, provided tools, and union-rate pay. This is a union position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of diesel tech school program preferred.
• Maintain a Class A CDL in good standing including a federal medical card.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot repairs and maintain diesel and gas engines in trucks, trailers, and equipment.
• Diagnose hydraulic and electrical system problems and perform repairs.
• Operate a variety of heavy equipment (dozers, backhoes, skid steers, cranes).
• Maintain safety and complete detailed repair orders with labor and parts.
• Keep logs and records of maintenance; use MS Word/Excel as needed.

Skills

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical schematics

Heavy equipment operation

FMCSA/DOT knowledge

Welding & fabrication

Shop tools

MS Word/Excel

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Diesel tech school program

CDL-A with federal medical card

Tools

Diagnostic scanners

Hydraulic tools

Welding equipment

Job description

General Summary

Troubleshoot repairs, and maintains industrial trucks, trailers, wire pulling, and construction equipment used for electrical construction projects in Hooper’s service area. This role offers great perks such as overtime, a company truck and provided tools, along with a generous benefits package. Additionally, this is a union position therefore the pay and benefits will come through at the union rates.

Principal Accountabilities

• Knowledge of major truck systems including diesel and gas engines, and ability to diagnose problems, make repairs, and perform preventive maintenance
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and electrical schematics
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment including dozers, backhoes, skid steers, and cranes
• Familiarity with FMCSA and DOT inspection requirements and regulations
• Ability to operate basic shop tools including welders, cutting torches, and air tools
• Ability to fabricate with steel
• Complete detailed written repair orders accounting for labor and parts
• Familiarity with basics of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact positively with field staff and management
• Keep logs and records of all maintenance functions
• Understand and practice workplace safety

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• High school graduate or GED
• Completion of diesel tech school program preferred
• Maintain a class A CDL in good standing including a federal medical card free of restrictions
• Ability to make decisions without close supervision
• Ability to climb ladders and steps and work on equipment surfaces is require
• Ability to travel and work outside at all times of the year
• Physically demanding position. Requires continuous standing, walking, and lifting. Requires lifting materials on a regular basis and frequent twisting, bending, and turning

Hooper is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. This company considers candidates regardless of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

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