Shop Mechanic

DPR Construction; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a shop-based Equipment Maintenance Technician to inspect, service and light repair rental equipment in our New Jersey branch shop and yard. You will perform preventive maintenance, document inspections, and escalate complex repairs to skilled mechanics as needed.

Ensure safety and OSHA/EHS compliance, manage basic inventory, and keep tools and parts organized to minimize downtime. A valid driver’s license and 1–3 years of equipment maintenance experience are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of experience in equipment maintenance, mechanical repair, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry certification within 3 months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Performs washing, inspection and light repair of returned rental equipment to prepare for next rental cycle.
• Executes preventive maintenance activities per OEM guidelines including lubrication, inspections, and wear-part replacement.
• Diagnoses basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, diesel, and small-engine issues; escalates complex repairs as needed.
• Documents inspections, maintenance, and repairs accurately in work order systems.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Mechanical repair

Preventive maintenance

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Performs inspection, maintenance, and light repair of rental equipment within the branch shop and yard to ensure equipment is safe, compliant, and ready for rental. Supports fleet uptime through preventive maintenance, turnaround inspections, and accurate documentation. Escalates identified repair needs to Service and Repair Mechanics in a timely manner. Works primarily from the shop location and may assist field service activities based on business needs. Maintains adherence to safety, environmental, and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs washing, inspection and light repair of returned rental equipment to determine readiness for the next rental cycle and restore equipment to ready-for-rental condition.
• Executes preventive maintenance activities including lubrication, inspections, adjustments, and wear-part replacement in accordance with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) recommendations.
• Diagnoses basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, diesel, and small-engine issues and escalates complex repairs to Service and Repair or Heavy Diesel Mechanics as required.
• Documents inspections, maintenance, and repairs accurately within company work order systems to support fleet health tracking and compliance.
• Maintains organized shop, yard, and warehouse areas, including equipment washing and staging of equipment based on readiness status.
• Adheres to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and OES Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) policies, including required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe shop practices.
• Supports inventory management by maintaining commonly used parts, fluids, and supplies to reduce equipment downtime.

Education Qualifications

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

Work Experience

1–3 years of experience in equipment maintenance, mechanical repair, or related field required.

Certifications And Licenses

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour General Industry certification within 3 months of hire required.

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.