Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Branch Builds, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 51,803 - 88,820; Full time

Job summary

Branch Builds, Inc. is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic II to join our growing team. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs across a range of heavy construction equipment.

You will troubleshoot systems, work independently with minimal supervision, and mentor entry-level mechanics while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance at the job site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of heavy equipment repair experience, including construction equipment.
• Certification in Caterpillar, John Deere, or ASE is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, adjustments, and overhauls on heavy equipment.
• Diagnose using diagnostic tools and manuals to resolve issues.
• Inspect and repair engines, hydraulics, transmissions, electrical systems, and undercarriages.
• Repair and service bulldozers, excavators, graders, loaders, backhoes, cranes, and similar equipment.
• Weld, fabricate, and modify parts to meet standards.
• Maintain accurate service records and parts usage per procedures.
• Follow safety, PPE, and environmental regulations while working.
• Mentor and train Heavy Equipment Mechanic I and apprentices.
• Assist in road calls and field repairs to minimize downtime.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Independent work

Mentoring juniors

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical program in heavy equipment repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Service manuals

Electronic equipment

Job description

Branch Builds, Inc. is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic II to join our growing team. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs across a range of heavy construction equipment.

You will troubleshoot systems, work independently with minimal supervision, and mentor entry-level mechanics while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance at the job site.