Traveling Field Mechanic – Heavy Equipment (Iowa)

M.J. Electric, LLC; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, and 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 travel throughout Iowa to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heavy equipment used in electrical construction projects.

You will diagnose engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, and ensure equipment readiness on multiple sites across the Midwest. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of experience with heavy equipment diagnosis and repair, MIG/TIG welding skills, and valid CDL A (and B) with DOT knowledge.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment or trucks.
• Able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics and manuals.
• Strong MIG/TIG welding and fabrication skills.
• Valid CDL (Class A) required; Class B CDL also listed.
• Knowledge of DOT Regulations.
• Willingness to travel to project sites regionally.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect and repair diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Replace and repair damaged components on heavy equipment.
• Perform engine flushing, lubrication, and maintenance checks.
• Troubleshoot and repair heavy equipment, trailers, and aerial lifts.
• Coordinate annual DOT and Crane inspections.
• Perform vehicle preventative maintenance.
• Extensive travel to job sites across the Midwest.

Skills

Read electrical schematics

MIG/TIG welding

Heavy equipment diagnosis

CDL Class A

CDL Class B

Diagnostics equipment use

Customer service

Recordkeeping

Travel readiness

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Diagnostic/testing equipment

Job description

M.J. Electric, LLC is seeking a Field Mechanic who will travel throughout Iowa to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heavy equipment used in electrical construction projects.

You will diagnose engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, and ensure equipment readiness on multiple sites across the Midwest. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of experience with heavy equipment diagnosis and repair, MIG/TIG welding skills, and valid CDL A (and B) with DOT knowledge.