Service and Repair Mechanic

DPR Construction; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Durham, NC is seeking an Equipment Service Technician who can diagnose, repair, and maintain rental equipment to ensure safety and reliability. The role supports shop-based and field service activities, prioritizing work that keeps projects on schedule and compliant with company standards.

You will work with branch leadership to plan repairs, perform preventive maintenance per OEM schedules, and document work orders.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• 3–5 years of experience in equipment service or related mechanical field.
• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry certification required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• CDL is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Performs preventive maintenance and follows OEM service schedules to maintain fleet health.
• Troubleshoots issues, identifies repair scope, and escalates when necessary.
• Generates and closes work orders documenting diagnostics, labor, and parts usage.
• Maintains OSHA and site safety standards and proper use of PPE.
• Assists with parts ordering, stocking, and coordinating repairs with branch staff.

Skills

Diagnoses repairs

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Safety compliance

Parts coordination

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Performs inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of rental equipment to ensure safety, compliance, and operational reliability. Supports both shop-based and limited field service activities as directed. Restores equipment to “Ready to Rent” status while maintaining documentation accuracy and safety compliance. Works closely with branch leadership and operations teams to prioritize repairs based on business needs and may assist with field service support as required.

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Performs inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of rental equipment to ensure safety, compliance, and operational reliability. Supports both shop-based and limited field service activities as directed. Restores equipment to “Ready to Rent” status while maintaining documentation accuracy and safety compliance. Works closely with branch leadership and operations teams to prioritize repairs based on business needs and may assist with field service support as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel-powered rental equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Performs preventive maintenance and executes OEM-recommended service schedules to maintain fleet health and compliance.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues, identifies repair scope, and escalates complex failures to Heavy Diesel Mechanic or Service & Repair Lead when necessary.
• Generates, updates, and closes work orders documenting diagnostics, labor, parts usage, and repair outcomes to support fleet reporting and audit requirements.
• Maintains compliance with OSHA, OES EHS, and site-specific safety standards while ensuring proper use of PPE and safe repair practices.
• Assists with parts ordering, stock management, and inventory organization to support timely equipment turnaround.
• Collaborates with branch staff and operations teams to prioritize production equipment repairs based on fleet demand.

Education Qualifications

• High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

Work Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in equipment service, repair, or related mechanical field required.

Certifications And Licenses

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour General Industry certification required.
• Commercial driver’s license (CDL) preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.