Explore a Career with First Rate Excavate

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safety First: Maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety by following all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations at all times.
• Preventative Maintenance & Repairs: Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, and fleet vehicles.
• Field Service Support: Travel to construction job sites and field locations to perform equipment repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Identify mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and operational issues and efficiently troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Equipment & Tool Operation: Safely operate diagnostic equipment, hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment required for repairs and maintenance.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with fellow mechanics, operators, and supervisors to complete repairs and minimize equipment downtime.
• Physical Requirements: Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials or equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Attendance & Dependability: Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and reliability to support operational needs.
• Overtime & Travel: Be available for overtime, after-hours calls, and occasional overnight travel as business needs require.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Class A CDL with valid Medical Card, or the ability to obtain within an approved timeframe
• 2–3 years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic, diesel mechanic, or fleet mechanic preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of heavy equipment systems and repair procedures
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment

Benefits

Dependent upon eligibility requirements and employment status, the company offers:

• Hiring Bonus
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance after one year of service
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in a temperature-controlled mechanic shop environment
• Occasional outdoor work may be required during field service calls and roadside repairs in varying weather conditions
• Regular exposure to dust, noise, grease, vibration, and hazardous materials may occur
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required and provided by the company

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected status, including disabled individuals and veterans.