What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic - Heavy Truck / Vehicle position at Elder Corporation?
Company Overview
Elder Corporation is a family-owned site development company dedicated to building long-term employee relationships and supporting career growth. We specialize in large-scale earthmoving, complex underground utility installation, and heavy-duty demolition projects.
Serving customers throughout the Midwest, we are proud to be a trusted and professional partner in site development. Most of our job sites are located within 70 miles of Des Moines, allowing employees to return home each night.
While some roles require prior experience, we welcome motivated individuals who are eager to learn and grow with our team.
Position Summary
Elder Corporation is seeking an experienced Heavy Truck / Equipment Mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair our fleet of Class 7 and 8 heavy trucks and trailers, as well as Class 2 light-duty trucks and construction equipment.
This role is essential to minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring our fleet operates safely and efficiently.
The ideal candidate has strong diesel diagnostic skills, hands-on experience with heavy equipment, and the ability to work independently in both shop and field environments.
Benefits
- Overtime, travel pay, per diem, and shift differentials in accordance with union contract
- Competitive union wages
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance at no cost to the employee
- Pension benefits at no cost to the employee
- Advancement opportunities
- Boot reimbursement
- Specialty tools provided
- Safe, clean, and team-oriented work environment
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair heavy trucks, trailers, and construction equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections
- Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, air brake, and fuel systems
- Repair engines, transmissions, and drivetrain components
- Maintain and repair heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, dozers, and skid steers
- Perform welding and fabrication as needed
- Respond to field service calls and emergency repair needs
- Maintain accurate service records and work orders
- Ensure all repairs meet company safety policies and DOT standards
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Participate in program-specific training as provided
Qualifications
- 5 years of experience as a heavy truck or heavy equipment mechanic
- Strong knowledge of diesel engines and hydraulic systems
- Experience using diagnostic software and tools
- Ability to read and interpret service manuals and schematics
- Must provide basic mechanic tools (specialty tools supplied by company)
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Dependable with a strong work ethic
- Ability to work extended hours during peak construction season
- Proficiency in maintaining and updating equipment records electronically
Preferred Qualifications
- Class A CDL
- Hazmat and Tanker endorsements
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
- Ability to work in both shop and outdoor environments
- Comfortable working around heavy equipment and machinery
- Ability to bend, kneel, climb, and stand for extended periods
Elder Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, physical examination, and background check.
Elder Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
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