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Diesel Mechanic

ZA Construction LLC
Columbus, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/6/2026

Third party recruiters are not needed to fill this position.

Job Summary

ZA Construction is seeking an experienced Diesel mechanic to work on all company equipment and vehicles. This employee must be willing to work Monday - Friday from 6:00am to 6:00pm or 6:00pm - 6:00am. While most work is performed in the shop, this employee may be required to work at a field location which may require overnight travel (transportation provided). Salary is commensurate with experience.

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Monday - Friday and Saturday as needed
  • Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines.
  • Experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, gas engines and small engines
  • Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.
  • Takes necessary measures to ensure effective performance.
  • Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.
  • Orders and installs replacement parts for machines.
  • Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
  • Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently.
  • Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
  • Coordinates with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

  • Minimum of 1 year heavy equipment/semi-tractor-trailer truck service experience.
  • Must be highly dependable and available for emergency calls.
  • Applicant will be required to conduct a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
  • Class A CDL License (Preferred)

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.
  • Works well independently and with others.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Organized with attention to detail.
  • Prolonged periods standing and walking.
  • Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
  • Must be able to visually inspect machines.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

This Job Is:

  • A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

EEO Statement: ZA Construction, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,000.00 - $41,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Please list any certifications you have that may relevant to the job:
  • Are you willing to complete a pre employment drug screen and back ground check? We are a no substance abuse workplace.
  • *Failure to answer this question will result in your application being VOIDED* Please describe any previous working experience that is relevant to this job. Please describe what kind of mechanic experience you have.

Experience:

  • Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Diesel engine repair: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • CDL (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $37,000 - $41,000

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