Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

Job Description

Summary/Objective

The Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and rebuilding a wide range of heavy construction and industrial equipment. This role ensures equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently to support operational and project requirements.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and powertrain issues on heavy equipment

• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections per manufacturer and company standards

• Read and interpret service manuals, diagnostic software and schematics, diagnostic software, and schematics

• Utilize electronic diagnostic tools and computer-based systems

• Perform welding, fabrication, and machining as required

• Conduct field service repairs at job sites

• Test equipment after repairs to ensure proper operation and safety compliance

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair portable and small equipment (e.g., small tools, generators, pumps, light towers, compressors, and related jobsite support equipment)

• Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and parts usage documentation

• Communicate repair needs, timelines, and recommendations with supervisors and operations teams

Competencies

• Problem solving

• Contribute to a fun team atmosphere

• Ability to learn

• Stress Management/Composure.

• Process driven

• Teamwork orientation

Supervisory Requirements

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.May require overtime, nights, weekends, or emergency callouts

Physical Demands

The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs physical labor under adverse field conditions. You can occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Work performed in shop and field environments, including outdoor conditions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. May require overtime, nights, weekends, or emergency callouts

Travel

This position may require travel.

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a heavy equipment or diesel mechanic

• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems

• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues independently

Preferred Education and Experience

• Welding or fabrication experience

• Experience with fleet maintenance software

• Field service or construction environment experience

• Valid CDL driver's license

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver's license prior to employment.

OUR MISSION AND VISION

We are an American family-owned and operated heavy civil contractor dedicated to providing innovative solutions to help meet the nation's growing infrastructure needs.

To be America's preferred heavy civil contractor, expanding our markets and services while staying true to our family-oriented culture and fostering an environment where our employees can prosper.

Our Core Values:

• Family

• Safety

• Integrity

• Innovation

• Commitment

• Empowerment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Upon hire, you will be provided with a copy of your specific job description. Please note job descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

THE COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT-WILL." QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES WHO, BECAUSE OF A PHYSICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENT THAT SIGNIFICANTLY LIMITS A MAJOR LIFE ACTIVITY, REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION SHOULD NOTIFY THEIR MANAGER OR HUMAN RESOURCES.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources.

Superior Construction provides equal opportunity employment to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.