What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Mechanic position at Summit Materials?
Overview
Location: Midland, TX
Seeking a mechanically inclined, and safety-oriented field mechanic. This position is responsible for heavy duty diesel maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on trucks and trailers.
Benefits
Safety Awareness
Strong Diagnostic Skills-must be able to diagnose issues using scan tools, read fault codes, and track down problems efficiently—not just swap parts.
perform ECM/ECU updates and calibrations
Hands on Experience with Diesel Systems
Heavy Duty Engines (Cummins, Detroit, Paccar)
Fuel Injection Systems
Aftertreatment systems
Air brakes
Disc brakes
Drum Brakes
Hydraulics
Ability to Read and Understand Hydraulic Schematics
Use pressure gauges and flow meters
Identify the cause of slow/weak hydraulics
Spot symptoms of cavitation, aeration, stuck valves, or pump failure
knowledge of Hydraulic components
Electrical
Diagnose shorts, opens, high resistance, blown fuses
read wiring diagrams
Proficient with electrical tools
harness repair and wiring skills
Reliability
Shows up consistently
Communicates clearly
Can prioritize urgent repairs
Works independently when needed
MVAC
Proper recovery, recycling & recharging skills
Diagnostic skills for AC systems
Leak Detection & repair skills
Refrigerant Knowledge
Component testing & replacement skills
Get Hired
What To Expect During Our Hiring Process
Summit Materials consists of more than a dozen local companies that supply aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services in the United States and western Canada. At Summit Materials, we support our teammates who lay the groundwork for our communities and live by our core values: Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, and Inclusivity. We'repassionate about our teammates, our work, and our communities. Each of Summit's companies celebrates their individual legacies, but together - we are Summit Materials.
At Summit Materials, we provide the foundation to connect our communities today and build a better tomorrow. We value all our communities - including our diverse internal community of teammates that make us stronger. No matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, or anything that makes you who you are...you belong.
Location: Midland, TX
Seeking a mechanically inclined, and safety-oriented field mechanic. This position is responsible for heavy duty diesel maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on trucks and trailers.
Benefits
- Recession Resistant Industry
- Consistent work, with a work/life balance
- Overtime Opportunities
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
- Medical / Dental / Vision plan offered
- Life Insurance - Company Paid
- Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid
Safety Awareness
Strong Diagnostic Skills-must be able to diagnose issues using scan tools, read fault codes, and track down problems efficiently—not just swap parts.
perform ECM/ECU updates and calibrations
Hands on Experience with Diesel Systems
Heavy Duty Engines (Cummins, Detroit, Paccar)
Fuel Injection Systems
Aftertreatment systems
Air brakes
Disc brakes
Drum Brakes
Hydraulics
Ability to Read and Understand Hydraulic Schematics
Use pressure gauges and flow meters
Identify the cause of slow/weak hydraulics
Spot symptoms of cavitation, aeration, stuck valves, or pump failure
knowledge of Hydraulic components
Electrical
Diagnose shorts, opens, high resistance, blown fuses
read wiring diagrams
Proficient with electrical tools
harness repair and wiring skills
Reliability
Shows up consistently
Communicates clearly
Can prioritize urgent repairs
Works independently when needed
MVAC
Proper recovery, recycling & recharging skills
Diagnostic skills for AC systems
Leak Detection & repair skills
Refrigerant Knowledge
Component testing & replacement skills
Get Hired
What To Expect During Our Hiring Process
- Background Check
- Motor Vehicle Record Check
- 5-Panel Drug Screen
- Fit for Duty Baseline Physical (if applicable)
- Paid Orientation
- A great team to support you throughout your career with Summit Materials companies!
Summit Materials consists of more than a dozen local companies that supply aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services in the United States and western Canada. At Summit Materials, we support our teammates who lay the groundwork for our communities and live by our core values: Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, and Inclusivity. We'repassionate about our teammates, our work, and our communities. Each of Summit's companies celebrates their individual legacies, but together - we are Summit Materials.
At Summit Materials, we provide the foundation to connect our communities today and build a better tomorrow. We value all our communities - including our diverse internal community of teammates that make us stronger. No matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, or anything that makes you who you are...you belong.