Roadside Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and dependable Roadside Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our mobile service team. In this role, you will be responsible for responding to service calls to diagnose, maintain, and repair a wide variety of heavy machinery directly at job sites or on the roadside. You will play a critical role in minimizing downtime for our clients by providing efficient technical solutions and ensuring that all equipment operates safely and effectively under various field conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Drive a service vehicle to various field locations to perform emergency and scheduled repairs.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical malfunctions on heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
• Perform on-site repairs including engine diagnostics, hose replacements, and welding/fabrication as needed.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance and safety inspections to ensure equipment longevity.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and hydraulic/electrical schematics.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of tools and parts on the service truck.
• Document all work performed, including parts used and labor hours, using digital reporting tools.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment on active roadsides and construction sites.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and customers regarding repair status and estimated completion times.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a heavy equipment mechanic, specifically with field or roadside service.
• Strong technical knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic software and specialized hand/power tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in outdoor environments.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record; a CDL is preferred but not required.
• Physical stamina to lift heavy components and work in physically demanding positions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or trade school certification in diesel mechanics is highly valued.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including on-call hours for emergency responses.

Locally owned business providing roadside repair and recovery for emergency breakdowns in the central Wisconsin area. Because of our proximity to the I90/94 corridor west of Madison we are called upon 24/7. We also serve customers within a 100 mile radius of our shop, with roadside repairs to several of the surrounding remote areas.

Company Description

Locally owned business providing roadside repair and recovery for emergency breakdowns in the central Wisconsin area. Because of our proximity to the I90/94 corridor west of Madison we are called upon 24/7. We also serve customers within a 100 mile radius of our shop, with roadside repairs to several of the surrounding remote areas.