Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Wagman, Inc. As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, it is the policy and employment practice of Wagman that there will be no discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability in the recruiting of applicants for employment or in the hiring of employees. Wagman’s policy of nondiscrimination applies to all work‑related actions; including but not limited to employment, promotion, transfer, discharge, training, or retraining under programs to which the company subscribes; recruitment or recruitment advertising. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified disabled persons according to existing state and federal law. Requests by qualified disabled persons for reasonable accommodation are encouraged by the company. All employees are requested to encourage women, persons of minority races and disabled persons to apply for employment with the company. Position Heavy Equipment Mechanic Pay Rate $25.00/hr - $35.00/hr (Based on experience and certifications) Travel Regional – Must be able to travel to VA job sites when needed We are currently looking for a Field Heavy Equipment Shop Mechanic to join our Heavy Civil team at our Dinwiddie, VA Field Service Center. The Mechanic position is subject to travel throughout VA to our various job sites to support our operations teams. This is a safety sensitive position requiring work on construction sites with various safety hazards inherent in heavy construction. This position is subject to drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor. Basic Requirements Valid Driver's license is required Min. CDL B preferred Minimum 3+ years preferred experience as a heavy equipment mechanic in construction industry Test repaired equipment to ensure operating efficiency Essential Functions Inspecting and lubricating heavy construction equipment in shop and at construction job sites Repair trouble shooting of heavy trucks and construction equipment (i.e., loaders, dozers, cranes, backhoes, etc.), including removal of defective parts and installing new or rebuilt parts Test repaired equipment to ensure operating efficiency Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair electrical systems Repair hydraulic systems Assist in dismantling and/or putting together cranes Make preventative maintenance checks and inspections Physical Requirements Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to waist level Continuous standing and walking required throughout a scheduled work shift Required to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands, and requires acceptable corrected vision (in both eyes) and acceptable corrected hearing Must be able to climb ladders and/or steps on equipment to access areas to be repaired Must be able to bend, squat, kneel and crawl Must be able to work in dirty, greasy, noisy, cold, hot and humid working conditions Job Benefits Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care Disability and Life Insurance Wellness Programs that include Orthopedic Care 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution Tuition Reimbursement Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program 8 paid holidays Paid Time Off Wagman is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr