Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining, repairing, and replacing parts on a variety of heavy equipment and fleet vehicles in a shop setting, with occasional field work at construction sites. You will use your mechanical expertise to keep equipment safe, reliable, and operating efficiently to support ongoing construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Inspect heavy equipment and fleet vehicles to identify mechanical issues, wear, and potential failures.
• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement of parts on heavy equipment and fleet vehicles in a shop environment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems using construction and diesel mechanic knowledge to determine root causes and appropriate repairs.
• Conduct equipment repairs in the field, including on roadways and sidewalk construction sites, as needed.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to complete mechanical repairs safely and effectively.
• Follow established procedures and safety practices while working on construction equipment and vehicles.
• Document work performed, including repairs completed, parts used, and any follow-up maintenance needs.
• Collaborate with field crews and supervisors to prioritize repairs and minimize equipment downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in both shop and field environments.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience as a mechanic working on equipment and vehicles.
• Proficiency in equipment repair, including diagnosing and fixing mechanical issues.
• Experience working with heavy equipment commonly used in construction environments.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills for construction and diesel equipment.
• Ability to perform repairs on both fleet vehicles and heavy construction equipment.
• Working knowledge of construction-related mechanical systems and components.
• Capability to work safely in a shop and on active construction sites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience construction environments, particularly roadways and sidewalk projects.
• Experience as a diesel mechanic or working with diesel-powered equipment.
• Familiarity with maintaining and repairing a variety of construction equipment types.
• Comfort working independently in the field to perform on-site repairs.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with field crews and supervisors.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, blue-collar, family-owned business that values long-term relationships and loyalty, as reflected in its tenured workforce. The organization offers a combination of shop and field work, including opportunities to earn additional compensation through prevailing wage field assignments. When hired directly, you can access medical, vision, and dental benefits, supporting your health and well-being while you build a long-term career.

Work Environment

You will work primarily in a shop setting, with regular travel to active construction sites for roadways and sidewalks across Central New York to perform field repairs. The company operates as a blue-collar, family-owned business with a culture that emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and long-term employment, and many employees have been with the organization for years. At any given time, there are approximately 35 to 40 employees working in the field. The environment involves working around heavy equipment and construction activity, requiring consistent attention to safety and adherence to site rules and procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Solvay, NY.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Solvay,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.