Heavy Duty Mechanic

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC

Americom - A place to call home and build a career

CORE VALUES

Drive to Innovate * Each Customer Counts * Lead from Any Seat * Trust Your Team

Americom Technology, LLC, a Crestone Services Group Company, is a leader in providing construction services in the telecommunication for 40 years. We are a fast paced, family friendly company who cares deeply about their customers and employees. We have a diverse and talented group of individuals working together to deliver great results each day. We are a premier utility construction services provider in the western region providing directional drilling, plowing, trenching, spider plowing, hydro excavation, micro trenching, fast fusion, fiber optics and general underground utility construction. Our inside plant expertise covers structured cabling, security, wireless, distributed antenna systems (DAS), and data systems. We design and build customized data centers, call centers and operations centers to be reliable, secure, and available for maintenance.
 

Job Summary

The Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining company vehicles and heavy equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation. This position supports field operations by performing preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet vehicles, directional drills, backhoes, mini excavators, micro trench saws, trailers, and other construction equipment. The Mechanic works under the direction of the Shop Foreman and plays a critical role in minimizing downtime and maintaining productivity.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled service on company vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine issues.
• Repair and maintain directional drills, backhoes, mini excavators, micro trench saws, trailers, and support equipment.
• Conduct inspections to identify worn or damaged components and recommend repairs.
• Perform engine repairs, brake work, suspension repairs, hydraulic system troubleshooting, and electrical diagnostics.
• Weld and fabricate parts as needed to support repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, services performed, and parts used.
• Assist with maintaining parts inventory and notify Shop Foreman of needed supplies.
• Ensure all equipment meets safety and operational standards before returning to service.
• Respond to field service calls when equipment breakdowns occur on job sites.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Communicate effectively with the Shop Foreman and operations team regarding equipment status.

Education and Requirements

• 0 - 2 years’ experience working with utility construction equipment preferred.
• Must provide own tools.
• Proven experience as a diesel mechanic, heavy equipment mechanic, or fleet mechanic.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and heavy equipment repair.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Own set of tools required.
• Valid driver’s license required; Class A CDL preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and Level 4 background screening.
• High school diploma or GED; technical certification preferred.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. from floor to above head.
• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces.
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, and lifts.
• Willingness to work extended hours and occasional weekends if needed.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in extreme heat and cold weather conditions.
• Exposure to loud noise and moving mechanical parts.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, oils, and other contaminants.
• Indoor shop environment and outdoor job site environments.
• Emergency repair situations that may require travel to job sites.

Benefits

• Health (shared cost)
• Dental/Vision (shared cost)
• 401k – with match
• Voluntary Life
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness
• Basic Life (company paid)
• EAP (company paid)
• PTO
• Holiday Pay

If you want to work with a progressive, technological, growing company and you have the team spirit, please submit your resume to hr@americomtech.com or visit our career page on our website at americomtech.com to submit a resume.

Americom Technology, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer.