Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

POSITION: MECHANIC

We are looking for a skilled Mechanic to join our team, contributing directly to the success of our field operations by ensuring our heavy equipment and vehicles are always in top working condition.

Job Focus:

Maintenance and Repairs:

• Perform regular maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on all company vehicles and equipment to ensure proper performance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using appropriate tools and technology.
• Conduct preventive maintenance services, such as oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid level checks, to prevent equipment breakdowns.
• Repair and replace worn or defective components, including hoses, belts, pumps, and other mechanical systems.

Field Operations Support

• Travel to job sites to perform on-site equipment repairs and maintenance, often under challenging conditions.
• Verify that fueling, greasing, and lubrication tasks are completed properly and on schedule by job site personnel.
• Conduct post-repair inspections to ensure equipment is safe, operational, and compliant with manufacturer specifications.
• Provide emergency repair services as needed to minimize downtime.

Compliance and Reporting

• Use software to report equipment repairs, inspections, safety observations, and usage data.
• Complete Work Orders and document all maintenance and repairs, including time, parts used, and service details, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Identify and report misuse or abuse of company assets to management.

Shop Maintenance

• Perform repairs and maintenance on equipment and vehicles in the shop when not assigned to field duties.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, adhering to OSHA and company safety standards.

Additional Responsibilities

• Respond to phone calls and emails promptly and professionally.
• Stay updated on new techniques, technologies, and industry best practices.
• Wear and enforce appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times, including on job sites.
• Train and mentor junior mechanics or apprentices as needed.
• Perform other duties and special assignments as directed by management.

Required Tools:

The Mechanic must provide their own tools, including but not limited to:

• Sockets (up to ¾" drive), wrenches (standard and metric), crescent wrenches, and pipe wrenches.
• Pneumatic tools (impact guns, air drill, chisel, die grinder).
• Diagnostic tools (volt/ohm meter, battery load tester).
• Various pliers, screwdrivers, hammers, chisels, and extractors.

Note: COMANCO provides consumables, standard PPE, and specialized tools when required.

Qualifications:

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and equipment diagnostics.
• Experience with heavy equipment brands such as CAT, and John Deere.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic software and tools for heavy equipment troubleshooting.

Experience and Education

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or degree in heavy equipment maintenance preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a mechanic, preferably in construction or heavy equipment industries.

COMANCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Drug-free Workplace under Federal Law