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Mechanic

Carstensen Contracting
Rapids, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2027

The pride of our company is our people. Their skills and dedication to safety, integrity, and quality have resulted in our success. Each day they promote our culture, collaborate with our customers, and strive to make a positive impact in the communities in which we live, work and play. They set the standard high. We take care in how we attract and find new employees because we know people are our greatest asset.

At CCI, you will find challenging projects and smart people who provide a new level of thinking. Which is why, when it comes to our employees, we are committed to providing benefit packages designed with their health, wealth and family in mind; career development opportunities that include professional programs as well as continuing education; and an environment designed to foster collaboration, innovation, health, and happiness.


We are seeking a dedicated Mechanic with extensive experience troubleshooting and repairing all types of heavy equipment including fleet vehicles.

The Mechanic will be expected to perform preventative, predictive, and scheduled maintenance. Other responsibilities will include servicing and performing adjustments and repairs on trucks and heavy construction equipment in the field. Complete thorough documentation on all reports and forms required with work assignments. Communicate machinery problems and resolutions to supervisor and on the job Project Manager.

Qualifications:

  • 5 Years’ experience with a focus on diesel engines and heavy equipment used in construction.
  • Working knowledge of all transmission types, breaking systems, hydraulics, and vehicle suspensions.
  • Ability to assemble and perform maintenance functions on equipment.
  • Perform diagnosis, repair, and recondition machine systems and components.
  • Diagnostics and repair of heavy-duty equipment.
  • Compile detailed work orders upon completion of repair.
  • Must be willing to travel.

Must have a clean driving record and valid CDL License


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Benefits

The cornerstone of our success is our talented and skilled employees. At CCI, we value our employees as much as our customers and are dedicated to providing them with the best support. To that end, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time employees (exempt and non-exempt).

  • 401K Plan with company match plus additional profit-sharing contribution
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off – position specific
  • Exclusive Verizon Discount for Employee Personal plans
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Job Travel – Lodging costs are covered by the company

Grow Your Skills

Career Development

We are proud of our people. Their knowledge and skills, along with their passion for excellence, are why we have a reputation for providing a new level of thinking. To that end, we are committed to providing opportunities for continued learning and professional development to our employees.

Carstensen offers a broad selection of courses, resources, and programs that employees can use to manage their career growth, including:

  • New employee orientation
  • Diverse, challenging and meaningful work with opportunities for advancement
  • On and off-site safety training
  • Management training
  • Professional development courses and seminars
  • Online computer training
  • Tuition reimbursement programs

Salary : $46,810 - $66,877

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