Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Heavy Equipment MechanicBemana is searching for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in the Austin, TX area to join the team led by former SpaceX engineers on a mission of automating civil construction through software, operational improvements, and robotics. This is a full-time, long term position with tons of room for growth.In this role, you will be working on a fleet of commercial earthworks equipment such as dozers and excavators, keeping them running and ready. This is a hands-on, self-sufficient role: you'll handle everything from routine maintenance and fueling to real mechanical troubleshooting in the field and at the shop. As the equipment increasingly combines traditional mechanical systems with the sensors, controllers, and hardware that enable semi-autonomous operation, you'll be the person who keeps all of it functioning, on-site, on short notice.Position Offers:High pay, depending on experience100% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision3 weeks of PTOEquity potentialResponsibilitiesDiagnose, repair, and maintain commercial earthworks equipment such as CAT D6/D8 dozers, CAT 336 excavators, and similar heavy civil equipment, both in the shop and on active job sitesPerform routine maintenance including greasing, fluid checks, and scheduled service across the fleetFuel equipment on active job sites, including towing and managing a diesel fuel trailer to top off machines during idle periods or between operationsProvide basic maintenance and troubleshooting support for the sensors, wiring, and hardware kits that enable the semi-autonomous equipmentTrack equipment condition, maintenance history, and parts inventory to keep the fleet running reliablyBasic Qualifications/Experience:Proven hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing commercial earthworks equipment such as CAT dozers, excavators, graders, or similarComfortable performing both scheduled maintenance and unplanned field repairs independentlyStrong working knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and heavy equipment electrical systemsAbility to work independently with minimal supervision and prioritize competing maintenance needsMust be willing to work extended hours, weekends and/or available for on-call responsePreferred Qualifications/Experience:Experience maintaining or troubleshooting electronic control systems, sensors, or wiring harnesses on modern equipmentASE or other relevant heavy equipment/diesel mechanic certificationsExperience running a mobile or field-service maintenance operation, including towing and managing a fuel trailerApplication ProcessIf your experience matches the description above, submit your resume, and one of our recruiters will be in touch to tell you more about the position and learn more about your experience and aspirations.If your experience does not match this job description, we still encourage you to reach out to one of our recruiters, so we can learn about your professional aspirations for future job openings.Welcome to Bemana and we look forward to getting to know more about you.