Traveling Field Mechanic – Heavy Equipment, Iowa

M.J. Electric, LLC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Lifelock Identity Theft Protection

Employee Discounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

M. J. Electric, LLC is seeking a Field Mechanic who will troubleshoot, maintain and repair diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic and electrical systems for heavy equipment across the Midwest.

You will read schematics, perform welding and maintenance, and travel to multiple job sites in Iowa and surrounding states. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of experience with heavy equipment or trucks, a valid CDL, strong diagnostic skills and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment or trucks.
• Able to read electrical/hydraulic schematics and manuals.
• Strong MIG/TIG welding and fabrication skills.
• Valid Class A and/or Class B CDL required.
• Willingness to travel across Iowa region.
• Good organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• High school diploma.
• DOT regulations knowledge.
• Customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect and repair diesel and gasoline engines and hydraulic systems.
• Repair electrical and air conditioning systems.
• Perform engine maintenance and preventive service.
• Repair heavy equipment, trailers and aerial lift platforms.
• Complete annual DOT and crane inspections.
• Travel extensively to projects across the Midwest.
• Provide mechanical oversight to equipment on multiple sites.

Skills

Engine diagnostics

Schematics reading

Welding MIG/TIG

CDL license

DOT regs knowledge

Travel readiness

Recordkeeping

Customer service

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

M. J. Electric, LLC is seeking a Field Mechanic who will troubleshoot, maintain and repair diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic and electrical systems for heavy equipment across the Midwest.

You will read schematics, perform welding and maintenance, and travel to multiple job sites in Iowa and surrounding states. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of experience with heavy equipment or trucks, a valid CDL, strong diagnostic skills and a commitment to safety.