Field Mechanic

Job Type


Full-time

Description

POSITION TITLE: Field Mechanic

TEAM: Field Operations


REPORTS TO: Director of Field Operations


FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Hourly, Non-exempt

LOCATION: Headquarters (On-Site)
ABOUT US

At the heart of Gable lies a passion that transcends the conventional. We're more than just creators of visual communications; we're experts at creating experiences. We believe that every brand, building, and place has a unique story to tell, and our mission is to elevate the way they are seen, experienced, and remembered.


We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where team members can thrive and contribute to our shared success.
POSITION OVERVIEW

The Field Mechanic supports Gable's Field Operations team by performing installation, service, loading, vehicle readiness, yard, and field-related work in a safe, professional, and efficient manner. This role is expected to complete assigned mechanic duties with greater independence than a Junior Field Mechanic while continuing to work under the direction of Field Operations leadership and supervising mechanics.

The Field Mechanic is responsible for supporting job execution, maintaining safe work practices, communicating field and quality issues, and helping ensure that tools, materials, vehicles, and work areas are organized and ready for daily field activity. This role also supports helpers and Junior Field Mechanics by reinforcing proper work habits, safe practices, and basic installation methods.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Field Installation, Service, and Job Execution

• Perform assigned installation, service, and field mechanic duties safely, accurately, and efficiently based on job requirements, drawings, instructions, field conditions, and direction from supervising mechanics or field leadership.
• Support daily loading, unloading, staging, vehicle readiness, tool preparation, material organization, and yard or job site setup.
• Complete hands-on field tasks involving basic installation, fastening, mounting, measuring, assembly, material handling, cleanup, and related mechanic responsibilities.
• Use hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts, fasteners, materials, and equipment properly and safely.
• Work from aerial equipment when trained, authorized, and required for assigned work.
• Help maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked vehicles, tools, materials, and work areas to support efficient job execution.
• Assist with identifying job site constraints, missing materials, installation concerns, equipment issues, or other obstacles that may affect schedule, quality, or safety.

Safety, Quality, and Field Communication

• Follow and model Gable's Field Operations Code of Conduct, safety procedures, PPE requirements, job site rules, and professional conduct expectations at all times.
• Perform work with attention to quality, accuracy, fit, finish, material protection, and rework prevention.
• Communicate product quality concerns, installation issues, job site problems, safety concerns, material shortages, or equipment issues to supervising mechanics, field leadership, or other appropriate internal team members.
• Use labor, materials, tools, equipment, and company vehicles responsibly.
• Support efficient completion of assigned work while helping minimize scrap, rework, material waste, tool loss, and vehicle disorganization.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and disciplined work area in shop, yard, vehicle, and field environments.
• Work cooperatively with Field Mechanics, helpers, Junior Field Mechanics, production team members, project teams, and other internal groups.

Team Support and Operational Readiness

• Support helpers and Junior Field Mechanics by reinforcing safe work practices, proper tool use, job site conduct, vehicle organization, material handling, and basic installation methods.
• Provide practical guidance to less experienced field team members while keeping work direction, crew leadership, and final decisions with supervising mechanics and Field Operations leadership.
• Assist with job preparation by reviewing assigned tasks, confirming needed tools and materials, and helping ensure crews are ready for the workday.
• Support field team communication by sharing job status, completed work, open issues, and support needs with supervising mechanics or field leadership.
• Maintain a positive, cooperative attitude and contribute to an efficient team environment.
• Demonstrate dependability, punctuality, accountability, and professionalism with internal team members, clients, vendors, general contractors, and job site contacts.
• Continue building technical knowledge, field judgment, and installation capability to support progression toward Senior Field Mechanic responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic electrical knowledge or experience required.
• Basic construction, installation, mechanical, field labor, or related hands-on experience required.
• Working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts, fasteners, construction materials, installation methods, and safe work practices.
• Ability to perform assigned mechanic duties with a reasonable level of independence while following direction from supervising mechanics and field leadership.
• Ability to work safely from aerial equipment when trained and authorized.
• Ability to read and follow basic job instructions, work orders, field notes, drawings, measurements, and verbal direction.
• Ability to recognize and communicate safety concerns, quality issues, material shortages, equipment problems, field conflicts, or installation obstacles.
• Ability to support helpers and Junior Field Mechanics by reinforcing proper work habits, tool use, safety practices, and field expectations.
• Clean driving record required.
• Strong work ethic, dependability, punctuality, cooperative attitude, and commitment to professional conduct.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a field operations team in shop, yard, vehicle, warehouse, and field environments.
• Commitment to safety, quality, client service, continuous improvement, and efficient job execution.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the ability to perform hands-on operational and field tasks. The role involves a combination of time spent in production, warehouse, yard, vehicle, and field environments.

The team member must have manual dexterity to operate tools, equipment, vehicles, and basic administrative systems when needed, along with visual acuity with correction and the ability to speak and hear effectively.

The position requires the ability to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, balance, grasp, fasten, reach, and work from lifts or elevated work areas when properly trained and authorized. The role may require lifting or moving materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, with heavier lifts requiring team assistance or equipment.

The role may involve loading, unloading, staging, inspections, job site preparation, installation work, cleanup, and other field-related tasks.
WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This role operates in a combination of manufacturing, warehouse, yard, vehicle, and field environments. The team member may spend time in production areas, facilities spaces, active installation sites, construction sites, parking lots, rooftops, retail environments, and outdoor job site conditions.
• While performing duties in these environments, the team member may be exposed to inclement weather, traffic, moving mechanical equipment, high voltage, heavy equipment, welding or burning flash, elevated work areas, loud noise, dust, fumes, and changing environmental conditions. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn when required.

TRAVEL

Up to 5% travel may be required.
ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT

Gable is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and in the workplace. If you require an accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis, consistent with applicable law.
COMPENSATION

Compensation is commensurate with education and experience. Compensation includes hourly pay, overtime eligibility, 401(k) participation, and ESOP participation.

Requirements

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

All prospective team members must pass a criminal background check and drug test. Candidates must also meet I-9 and E-Verify employment eligibility requirements.

Salary Description


$28 - $34