Job Description

Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic

Location: Chesterfield, VA

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Shift: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

Starting Pay: $24.00/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience

Travel: Required as needed; qualifying travel includes per diem and overtime

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on heavy equipment, trucks, cranes, trailers, and other motorized equipment. Travel to other locations or field assignments may be required for repairs and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, cranes, and other motorized equipment.
• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance and respond to repair needs.
• Review daily assignments and coordinate priorities with the Shop Foreman.
• Gather the necessary parts, tools, and equipment to complete repairs efficiently.
• Complete work orders accurately, including mileage, operating hours, dates, and repair details.
• Communicate emergency repair needs and priority equipment issues.
• Work with the maintenance team to complete repairs and reduce equipment downtime.
• Maintain shop tools and equipment in a clean, organized condition.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures and regulations.
• Travel to other locations or field sites for maintenance, repairs, training, meetings, and related assignments.
• Perform additional mechanical duties as required.

Requirements

Travel

• Travel to other locations, training, seminars, meetings, or field assignments may be required.
• Mechanics may travel to support equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, or emergency service.
• Per diem and overtime are provided for qualifying travel.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, climbing, and lifting.
• Ability to handle tools, equipment, materials, and mechanical parts.
• Ability to work extended hours when required.
• Comfortable working in varying weather conditions.
• Regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Assistance is required for items weighing more than 75 lbs. or items that present ergonomic lifting or movement challenges.

Certifications & Training

• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Technical/vocational training or equivalent experience in diesel mechanical repair and maintenance.
• Professional certifications related to heavy equipment maintenance and repair are a plus.
• Additional certifications may be required based on assigned duties.