About this role
We are seeking a skilled and dependable Shop Mechanic to support our fleet and equipment operations throughout the DC Metro area . This role is respo nsible for the inspection, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of heavy construction equipment and trucks to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable jobsite operations.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Must have experience with welding heavy equipment
- Perform maintenance and repairs on fleet and job-site equipment including dump trucks, pickup trucks, wheel loaders, excavators, loaders, heavy tracked dozers, air compressors, and other support equipment .
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems using appropriate diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Conduct preventive and proactive maintenance , including thorough inspections to maximize equipment uptime.
- Maintain accurate daily logs of all work performed.
- Ensure equipment productivity and reliability remain high.
- Follow and promote strict safety standards in the shop and on job sites.
- Read maps and follow directions to various job locations when required .
- Work efficiently in time-sensitive situations with changing priorities.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience repairing and maintaining heavy diesel-fueled construction equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, welding heavy equipment and AC electrical motor knowledge
- Experience working on 2018 model year and newer trucks / equipment
- Strong working knowledge of vehicle diagnostic equipment .
- Experience performing preventive maintenance on large off-road or heavy equipment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
- Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills , including the ability to work effectively in high-stress situations .
- Flexible, dependable, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment .
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds .
- Ability to work in varied weather and temperature conditions .
Additional Requirements
- Clean driving record (no recent DUI/DWI or aggressive driving convictions).
- Knowledge of the DC Metro area .
- High school diploma or GED required .
- Ability to read, write, and speak English, bilingual a plus
- CDL is a plus but not required .
- Must have or be able to obtain a DOT Medical Card (Non-CDL acceptable).
- Must provide own basic hand tool box company provides additional tools.
- Welding experience is a plus ; must be willing to learn.
Compensation & Benefits
- Weekly pay with direct deposit options .
- Paid time off (PTO) & Paid holidays.
- Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match:
- Overtime opportunities , including Saturday work
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