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Mechanic Helper/ Yard Attendant

Komatsu Southwest
South Plainfield, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/5/2025 CLOSED ON 1/5/2026

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Mechanic Helper/ Yard Attendant

Posting Start Date: 11/7/25

Job Location (Short): South Plainfield, New Jersey, USA, 7080

Requisition ID: 34485

Onsite Or Remote

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big

Schedule: First Shift, Monday through Friday

Hourly Pay: $19.65

Sign On Bonus: Up to $3,000

Company Overview

At Komatsu, we lead the construction and heavy equipment industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Komatsu Company Stores East operates eleven Company-Owned branch locations in the NJ, NY, PA, MD, and DE region. If you are a recent graduate of a Technical School or an experienced industry Technician, we would like to talk to you about a career with Komatsu.  If you have experience maintaining and repairing construction equipment, cranes, diesel engines, on-highway truck and bus, marine and industrial equipment we would like to talk to you about transitioning your knowledge and experience through extensive training to work on Komatsu and the allied OEM products we represent. To learn more about Komatsu Company-Owned Dealers, visit our website! If you would like to hear what our employees think about working for Komatsu, click this link Employee Testimonials.

Why Join The Komatsu Company-Owned Dealer East Team

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Local 825 Membership and Benefits
  • Career Planning and Advancement
  • Tool allowance to ensure you have the best equipment for the job
  • Training Opportunities
  • ….and working for an OEM owned dealership!

Position Qualifications

Successful candidates for a Mechanic Helper 1 in our Shop should have basic knowledge of the heavy equipment repair industry, including but not limited to:

  • Performing rental check-ins & managing inventory of equipment
  • Loading, unloading, and staging of equipment in the yard
  • Cleaning and prepping equipment for delivery
  • Ability to complete rigging and cribbing tasks
  • Strong communication and team building skills
  • Ability to take direction and complete tasks
  • Shadow and support more senior technicians to enhance technical skill set
  • Computer competency including Microsoft products as well as industry software
  • Ability to read and write the English language
  • Operation of heavy equipment
  • Other duties as assigned

Work Environment

As a Mechanic Helper With Komatsu Company Stores East, The Physically Demanding Work Is Performed In Industrial Environments And Includes Exposure To Significant Environmental Conditions, Including But Not Limited To

  • Sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, pulling and/or pushing
  • Working at heights
  • Carrying, grasping, reaching, stooping, bending, and crouching
  • Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds
  • Hand/eye and motor coordination
  • Work overtime as needed
  • The workplace environmental conditions include subject to noise, heat, cold, odors, hazards, and atmospheric exposures

Disclaimer

All Duties And Requirements Are Essential Job Functions.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor(s)/manager(s).

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skill and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.  We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.  We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together. 

If you want to learn more about Komatsu, please visit our website at https://www.komatsu.com/

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