Traveling Field Mechanic - Heavy Equipment (Michigan IUOE)
Location: Initial Project on-site near Stanton, MI (Michigan IUOE)
Union Mechanic Rates + DOE Field Mechanic
R-2 Contractors, Inc. is looking for a dedicated Field Mechanic to join our team.
This position will be responsible for maintaining heavy equipment, trucks, and small engine equipment. It also requires fueling and lubing at the end of every shift. A service truck and a fuel truck will be provided. The ideal candidate should have experience working with heavy equipment, heavy trucks, medium and light-duty trucks, and small engines. * Current or Previous status in IUOE is a plus! Responsibilities:
- Complete tasks assigned by the Fleet Manager or Onsite Superintendent in a timely manner.
- Keep work areas clean and free of garbage, old parts, and clutter.
- Responsible for cleaning and organizing the service truck.
- Maintain a tool inventory sufficient to perform assigned tasks (up to 1 ½”).
- Keep personal and service truck tools clean and organized.
- Track hours/miles on machines while performing jobs.
- Maintain accurate records of daily work and complete work order paperwork every day.
- Ensure proper recordkeeping of all tasks.
- Perform DOT inspections on trucks and trailers.
- Stay updated with new technology related to equipment.
- Conduct welding and fabrication as needed.
- Use proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when performing tasks such as grinding, cutting, sanding, welding, or using compressed air.
- Adhere to company policies and SOPs.
- Minimum 1-year experience with heavy equipment and heavy trucks.
- Class A or B CDL with a clean driving record.
- Ability to weld and perform fabrication work.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to diagnose air brake systems, hydraulics, electrical, and fuel systems.
- Willingness and ability to travel to worksites as needed.
- Availability to work 40-50 hours per week as required.
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
- Union Mechanic Wages + consideration for experience
- Union Retirement
- Paid Time Off (PTO) / Sick Leave
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus
Recommended Jobs
Hourly Pooled - Research Intern - Sheridan, WY (Dr. Harris)
Hourly Pooled - Research Intern - Sheridan, WY (Dr. Harris) Join Our Campus Community! Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contribu…
Field Manager
Job description JNS Facility Maintenance is currently seeking a qualified, full-time Field Tech Manager. For over 30 years, JNS has been operating in Ann Arbor and the surrounding areas as a local…
Store Director - Flint Market
As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Cons…
Senior Associate (Audit & Tax)
Senior Associate (Audit & Tax) - Detroit, MI Who: We are seeking an organized and proactive professional with 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally in public accounting, who communicates effec…
Telecommunications Field Technician
Position Overview: Beacon Telecom Inc. is currently looking for an entry level Telecommunications Field Technician to assist our service and engineering teams with ground support extending from imp…
Licensed Industrial Journeyman Electrician
Cargill, a global leader in providing food, agriculture, financial, and industrial solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Licensed Industrial Journeyman Electrician to join our engineering and mainten…
Shift Lead
Opens and closes the store in the absence of store management, including all required systems start-ups, required cash handling, and ensuring the floor and stock room are ready for the business day. …
Implementation & Training Specialist (ITS)
BS&A Software, a market-leading software organization with proven technology, is seeking an Implementation & Training Specialist. You will play a key role in assisting with the implementation of BS&A…
Controls Engineer
Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer for a top Industrial Mining & Materials leader in Detroit, MI. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, a…
Field Service Technician ( Detroit, MI)
The salary range for this position is $27.00 to $30.00 per hour plus up to 5,000 yearly bonus opportunity under the Service Technician Incentive Plan. This is how you WOW: Accurately and time…