What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Diesel Mechanic position at Summit Underground Services?
About Us
Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.
Location: Various Project Sites
The hourly range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00 per Hour. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.
How To Apply
Candidates may apply by clicking the "apply" button in this posting which is hosted on our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers
Internal Employee Notice
This opportunity is being communicated internally in accordance with the Company’s Recruiting Transparency and Opportunity Notice process.
Current employees are encouraged to apply through our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers
About The Role
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
DBE/United Utility Services seeking a full-time Heavy Diesel Mechanic for Fort Pierce, FL. A minimum of 5 years of related experience is required.
Duties And Responsibilities
Application Deadline
This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Company reserves the right to extend or close the posting based on business needs and applicable policy requirements.
Important Information
Applicants may be asked:
“Are you currently employed by the Company?”
For standard external opportunities, this question is used for applicant classification, reporting, and workforce analytics purposes only.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact
Email: HRSC@unitedutility.com
Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.
Location: Various Project Sites
The hourly range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00 per Hour. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.
How To Apply
Candidates may apply by clicking the "apply" button in this posting which is hosted on our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers
Internal Employee Notice
This opportunity is being communicated internally in accordance with the Company’s Recruiting Transparency and Opportunity Notice process.
Current employees are encouraged to apply through our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers
About The Role
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
DBE/United Utility Services seeking a full-time Heavy Diesel Mechanic for Fort Pierce, FL. A minimum of 5 years of related experience is required.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Special consideration given to individuals with maintenance experience on directional drilling equipment.
- Diagnosis, troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and diesel equipment.
- Perform root-cause analysis to determine necessary corrective actions.
- Must have the ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematic diagrams and technical repair manuals.
- Conduct extensive equipment inspections and identify worn and damaged parts.
- Verify equipment performance by conducting field tests.
- Spec parts needed for repairs and order from suppliers. Fabrication of some parts may be required.
- Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
- Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
- Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
- Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
- Ability and willingness to travel to job sites located within the Southeast.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to various levels of employees and management.
- Must be a self-starter who can work independently.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Minimum of 5 years mechanic experience, preferably in the construction industry
- Must have extensive diagnostic and repair experience with trucks and heavy equipment, preferably including directional drills.
- Must have own tools.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Occasional long hours to support drill crew during critical pullbacks.
- Willing to travel for 2-3 days at a time
Application Deadline
This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Company reserves the right to extend or close the posting based on business needs and applicable policy requirements.
Important Information
Applicants may be asked:
“Are you currently employed by the Company?”
For standard external opportunities, this question is used for applicant classification, reporting, and workforce analytics purposes only.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact
Email: HRSC@unitedutility.com
Salary : $40 - $50