Field Service Mechanic – Heavy Equipment
Pay: $40.00–$55.00 per hour
Travel: Approximately 30%
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Field Service Mechanic to support heavy equipment and industrial operations across multiple locations.
This is a senior-level field position for a highly capable mechanic who can diagnose equipment problems, perform major repairs, and work independently in the field.
We are looking for someone who is comfortable being assigned a service truck, traveling to a facility or job site, diagnosing the problem, determining what parts or resources are needed, and getting the equipment back up and running.
Compensation & Benefits
- $40.00–$55.00 per hour
- Overtime opportunities
- Fully equipped company field service truck
- Take-home service vehicle
- Company fuel card
- Hotel accommodations covered during overnight travel
- Per diem for qualifying travel
- Approximately 70% local/home and 30% travel
- Medical, dental, and prescription coverage
- 401(k) retirement program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Manufacturer and equipment-specific training
- Career advancement opportunities
What You'll Be Doing
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment in the field
- Perform engine diagnostics and major engine repairs
- Repair and replace major components
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and powertrain systems
- Use diagnostic software including Cummins INSITE
- Perform preventative maintenance and equipment inspections
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergency repairs
- Perform welding and fabrication when required
- Work on specialized heavy equipment used within industrial and steel mill environments
- Determine required parts, tools, and additional resources for repairs
- Maintain and stock an assigned field service truck
- Travel to company facilities and projects as required
Equipment Experience
Experience with CAT and Cummins-powered equipment is highly valuable.
Technicians may also work on:
- Loaders and excavators
- Material handlers
- Pot carriers
- TMLs
- Terberg equipment
- Sennebogen equipment
- Heavy trucks
- Specialized steel mill equipment
- Other heavy mobile industrial machinery
Direct experience with every type of equipment is not required. Additional manufacturer and equipment-specific training will be provided.
What We're Looking For
- Strong Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, or Field Service Technician background
- CAT experience strongly preferred
- Cummins engine experience
- Cummins INSITE experience highly valuable
- Strong engine diagnostic and repair capabilities
- Hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting experience
- Major component repair and replacement experience
- Ability to diagnose equipment without constant supervision
- Welding and fabrication experience is an asset
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Valid driver's license
- Willingness to travel approximately 30%
Who Will Succeed
We are looking for a top-tier field mechanic, not simply someone who performs basic maintenance or replaces parts.
You should be comfortable handling difficult diagnostics, engine repairs, major component failures, and unfamiliar equipment. You won't be expected to know every specialized machine on day one, but you should have the mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting ability to learn quickly.
If you're an experienced Field Service Mechanic who enjoys solving difficult equipment problems and wants excellent pay, a take-home service truck, strong benefits, and continued technical training, we'd like to hear from you.