Utility Fleet Mechanic

R/S Electric Corp.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

R/S Electric Utility Services in Des Moines, IA seeks a Mobile Utility Mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair a fleet of utility trucks and heavy equipment used by line crews. The role travels to jobsites across the service area, performing preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on digger derricks, bucket trucks, trailers, and related equipment while meeting safety and DOT requirements.

Strong diagnostic skills, CDL Class A, and at least five years of diesel/heavy equipment

Qualifications

• Requires CDL Class A and a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of diesel/heavy equipment mechanic experience.
• Experience diagnosing hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems.
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and diagnostic data.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Travel to jobsites to perform maintenance and repairs on utility fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, braking, cooling, and driveline systems.
• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and safety checks on fleet assets.
• Maintain and repair digger derricks, bucket trucks, trailers, and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and PTO systems on utility equipment.
• Provide timely repair status updates to Fleet Manager.
• Complete service reports and maintain inventory and tools.

Skills

CDL Class A

High school diploma

5+ yrs exp

Diesel systems

Hydraulic/electrical

Manuals/schematics

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Altec

Terex

Versalift

Elliott

Job description

R/S Electric Utility Services is an electrical contractor whose installation and design-build expertise is exceeded only by our commitment to serve and deliver for our clients. We provide solutions across a diverse range of industries, including industrial and manufacturing facilities, healthcare, pharmaceutical, grain elevators, water and wastewater treatment, power generation, colleges and universities, utility infrastructure, and renewable energy projects such as solar and wind.

R/S Electric Utility Services is seeking a skilled Mobile Utility Mechanic to support our utility construction operations. This position is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a fleet of utility trucks and heavy equipment used by our line crews. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, safety-focused, and enjoys traveling to jobsites to keep our equipment operating safely and efficiently.

Position Summary

The Mobile Utility Mechanic will travel throughout our service territory performing repairs, inspections, preventive maintenance, and diagnostics on utility fleet vehicles and equipment. This includes digger derricks, bucket trucks, service trucks, trailers, diesel-powered vehicles, and other equipment utilized by utility line crews.

This position operates a company-provided service truck and works closely with the Fleet Manager and field personnel to minimize equipment downtime and support project schedules.

• Receive work assignments and scheduling directions from the fleet Manager.
• Travel to jobsites, yards, and company facilities to perform maintenance and repairs.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, brake systems, cooling systems, and driveline components.
• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and safety checks on utility vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain and repair digger derricks, bucket trucks, service trucks, trailers, and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and PTO systems commonly found on utility equipment.
• Respond to field service calls and equipment breakdowns.
• Communicate repair status, equipment concerns, and parts requirements to the Fleet Manager.
• Complete service reports, inspection documentation, and maintenance records accurately.
• Maintain service truck inventory, tools, equipment, and work area in a clean and professional manner.
• Follow all company safety policies, DOT requirements, and traffic laws.
• Support utility crews by ensuring equipment remains safe, reliable, and operational.

Required Qualifications

• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a diesel, heavy equipment, or fleet mechanic.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic, electrical, and diesel systems.
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and diagnostic data.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on utility fleet vehicles, bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, or aerial equipment.
• Familiarity with Altec, Terex, Versalift, Elliott, or similar utility equipment.
• Experience with DOT inspections and compliance requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, and climb on equipment throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain.
• Ability to travel frequently throughout the region to support field operations.
• Ability to respond to occasional emergency breakdowns outside normal working hours.

Travel Requirements

• Frequent travel to jobsites throughout Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, and surrounding service areas may be required.
• Overnight travel may be required periodically based on project and utility support needs.