What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Mechanic - Heavy Equipment position at Southeast Land Construction?
Job Overview
Southeast Land Construction is seeking a Field Mechanic to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on heavy construction equipment and vehicles. The Field Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and providing on-site mechanical support to field crews across various construction projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform field repairs, preventative maintenance, and servicing of heavy construction equipment.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine issues.
- Maintain and repair excavators, bulldozers, loaders, skid steers, dump trucks, rollers, and other construction equipment.
- Perform oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication, and routine equipment inspections.
- Repair and replace hydraulic hoses, fittings, pumps, cylinders, and other hydraulic components.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns at active construction job sites and provide timely repairs.
- Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance, repairs, service hours, and parts used.
- Identify potential mechanical issues and recommend repairs to prevent equipment failures.
- Coordinate with equipment operators and project management to prioritize maintenance and repairs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Ensure all maintenance and repair work is performed in accordance with company safety policies and manufacturer recommendations.
- Assist with equipment transportation, equipment fueling, setup, and other maintenance-related duties as needed.
Qualifications and Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 3 years of experience repairing and maintaining heavy construction equipment.
- Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and mechanical components.
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing excavators, loaders, dozers, and other heavy construction equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, service diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Ability to work independently and respond to equipment breakdowns in the field.
- Valid driver's license required.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 45.0 per week
Work Location: In person