Field Mechanic - Fleet

Field Mechanic

The Field Mechanic position works at various locations. The position requires experience in engine diagnostics, chassis, and hydraulic systems. The position may also require travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the repair and maintenance of heavy on road/off road equipment used to service the utility industry.
• Work safely while performing repairs or maintenance on a job site in various weather conditions.
• Troubleshoot/diagnose equipment breakdowns in a timely safe manner and repair as needed.
• Must be able to learn and understand safe work practices for equipment set up and grounding procedures for equipment repairs that may be near energized systems.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements:

• Requires 2 years of experience in heavy on road/off road equipment repair.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Must have or be able to obtain a class A CDL permit/license within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must have own basic tools required to perform equipment repairs.
• Must be able to perform work in most if not all the following areas:
• Hydraulics
• Diesel/Gas Engines
• Steering Systems
• Drive Train
• HVAC
• Welding/Metal Fabrication
• Air/Hydraulic Brake Systems
• Electrical Systems
• Must know or be able to learn how to use computers for:
• Diagnostics
• Parts Inventory Management
• Work Orders
• Telematics
• Certifications or experiences in any of the following would be a plus:
• ASE Certifications
• Ford, Cummins, Paccar, Navistar, CAT, John Deere, Kubota, Detroit, Allison
• Altec/Terex Aerial Devices
• Fluid Power Certification
• 2-year Diesel College Degree
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to lift more than 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; reach with hands and arms. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions. Competencies:

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled VA Approved Apprenticeship Program GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans Pike is a Non-union Company