Senior Field Mechanic – Heavy Equipment Onsite

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS); Bucyrus (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) seeks an experienced Field Mechanic to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment at customer job sites across Kansas. The role involves operating a service truck, making real-time repair decisions in fast-paced construction settings, and mentoring junior mechanics as needed.

You will perform preventive maintenance, interpret schematics, and coordinate with vendors to source parts while recording all service activity and ensuring safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of heavy equipment maintenance/repair experience, construction environment preferred.
• Field/mobile service experience required (not only shop work).
• Strong diagnostic/troubleshooting skills across hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems.
• CDL preferred or ability to obtain; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment on job sites (excavators, dozers, loaders, trucks, support equipment).
• Perform emergency repairs and scheduled maintenance in the field to minimize downtime.
• Operate a service truck and travel to multiple job sites as needed.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections for reliability and safety.
• Read and interpret schematics, manuals, and diagnostic tools to identify issues.
• Communicate with operators, foremen, and project teams to understand concerns and prioritize repairs.
• Coordinate with vendors, parts suppliers, and manufacturers to source parts and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and equipment reports.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with policies and regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance and maintenance processes.
• Mentor or guide junior mechanics as needed.

Skills

Field service

Diagnostics

Independent work

Communication

Safety focus

Travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS software

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) seeks an experienced Field Mechanic to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment at customer job sites across Kansas. The role involves operating a service truck, making real-time repair decisions in fast-paced construction settings, and mentoring junior mechanics as needed.

You will perform preventive maintenance, interpret schematics, and coordinate with vendors to source parts while recording all service activity and ensuring safety compliance.