Light Duty Mechanic
Summary
| Title: | Light Duty Mechanic |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1137 |
| Department: | Operations |
| Salary Range: | $22-$30/hour, based on experience |
| Benefits: | 100% Employer paid premiums for health, dental, short-term and long-term disability insurance . Access to direct primary care. Paid time off plan. Other benefits include education reimbursement, paid company training, and profit sharing bonuses. |
| Retirement Benefits: | Average retirement plan contributions of 20-22% of eligible earnings into Employee Stock Ownership Plan and 401K Plan. |
Description
We’re seeking a skilled and adaptable Fleet Maintenance Technician to join our construction team. This role offers a wide variety of tasks, from servicing trailers and trucks to maintaining small equipment and supporting shop operations. If you’re mechanically inclined, safety-conscious, and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this is a great opportunity to grow your career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform DOT inspections and repairs on company trailers
- Diagnose and repair ¾-ton trucks, light-duty vehicles, and small construction equipment
- Conduct preventative maintenance on machine attachments, pumps, and tools
- Service and troubleshoot gas and diesel engines, fuel systems, ignition systems, and cooling systems
- Perform routine maintenance: oil changes, fluid checks, brake and tire inspections, belt and hose replacements
- Handle electrical repairs including batteries, fuses, lights, and wiring
- Transport vehicles and equipment between shop and job sites as needed
- Assist with shop organization, tool management, and in-progress repairs
- Support operations with load coordination and scheduling
- Document completed work and maintain equipment status records
- Help organize yard storage and materials
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Technical degree or certification in Diesel Technology, Heavy Equipment, or Automotive Mechanics
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a repair shop or maintenance environment
- Basic understanding of trailer repair, truck systems, and small engine maintenance
- Willingness to learn and grow into more complex repair tasks
- Ability to follow safety guidelines and company protocols
- Good organizational and communication skills
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders
- Familiarity with construction or industrial equipment is a plus
- CDL or willingness to obtain one is an advantage
- Must have or be able to obtain necessary tools to perform job tasks
Join a team where your mechanical skills help keep construction projects moving forward. We offer a fast-paced, supportive environment with opportunities to expand your expertise across a wide range of equipment and tasks.
