Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Qualdoc · Chesterfield, VA · onsite
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Location: Chesterfield, VA
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Pay Range: $24.00–$35.00/hour, depending on experience.
Benefits: Paid time off and employer-paid health insurance
Travel: Occasional work-related travel to other locations, including overnight or out-of-town assignments. Overtime is paid for eligible travel and work hours.
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to inspect, maintain, and repair heavy machinery, trucks, cranes, trailers, and other motorized equipment. This role includes scheduled preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency repairs at the local shop and other company locations as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnose, service, and repair heavy equipment, trucks, cranes, trailers, and other motorized machinery.
- Perform preventive maintenance to maintain equipment reliability and operating condition.
- Review daily work assignments and repair priorities with the Shop Foreman.
- Prepare tools, parts, and materials in advance to reduce unnecessary equipment downtime.
- Complete repair orders accurately and within established deadlines.
- Document mileage, operating hours, service dates, and details of completed repairs.
- Maintain clear and organized maintenance records.
- Notify the Shop Foreman of urgent repair needs so critical assignments can be prioritized.
- Follow all applicable safety procedures and workplace regulations.
- Keep tools, machinery, and work areas clean and properly maintained.
- Work with other technicians to complete maintenance and repair assignments efficiently.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience with heavy equipment, trailers, cranes, and/or similar machinery.
- Hydraulics
- Electronics
- Small engine repair
- Air-conditioning systems
- Other related mechanical systems
- High school diploma or GED.
- Trade school, dealership, or factory service training in diesel mechanical repair and maintenance equivalent to an associate degree.
- Training and practical experience equivalent to 2 years of technical or vocational school and 5 years of hands-on heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
- Professional certifications related to heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
- Additional certifications as required for assigned responsibilities.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Ability to understand, read, write, and communicate effectively.
Schedule and Travel Requirements:
- Regular 1st shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.
- Occasional travel to other company locations for equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, training, seminars, and meetings.
- May be assigned to assist maintenance teams at other locations when needed.
- Must be flexible with travel and occasional extended work hours.
- Hourly position with overtime opportunities, including during travel assignments.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, walking, sitting, standing, kneeling, and climbing.
- Ability to carry tools, equipment, and replacement parts.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions.
- Availability for extended hours when operational needs require.
- Regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
- Loads over 50 lbs. should be reduced when possible to make handling safer.
- Must obtain assistance when lifting items over 75 lbs. or when handling objects that present ergonomic or safety challenges.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Paid Health Insurance.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Opportunities to develop and expand heavy equipment maintenance skills.