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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

DeAngelo Contracting Services
Indianola, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/14/2026
Company Description

DCS is a family owned and operated business treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about!

Job Description

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanic to join our team. This role includes the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment, including vegetation spray systems—under the supervision of the Shop Manager.

Full-Time and Part Time Opportunity Available!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on diesel, gasoline, and spray equipment.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and spray system issues.
  • Conduct inspections and test drives to ensure safe operation.
  • Maintain accurate repair records and shop inventory.
  • Assist with equipment fabrication and custom builds.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns in the field when required.
  • During downtime, assist vegetation spray crews in the field, including railroad vegetation management operations.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in mechanics preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license with a minimum of 5 years of clean driving history required.
  • Class B CDL preferred but not required.
  • Proven experience repairing heavy trucks (both gas and diesel).
  • Welding experience required.
  • Skilled in using hand tools and power equipment, including chainsaws, trimmers, and blowers.
  • Experience working on sweepers, catch basin trucks, and tractors required.
  • Willingness and flexibility to work overtime is needed.
  • Must have your own tools.

Additional Information

Benefits

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
  • 401(K)
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Career Development
  • Employee Referral Program

Pay rate: $25.00-30 hour depending on experience.

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family, today!

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.

Salary : $25 - $30

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