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
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