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MasTec Communications Group is a leading national infrastructure construction company operating throughout the United States. MasTec Communications Group performs both wireline and wireless communication services on a national scale. We are experts in cell tower construction, RF engineering, broadband fiber optic cable installation, OSP engineering, wireline construction, and emergency maintenance services.

At MasTec you’ll be joining a family, where we are dedicated to supporting each other and building an atmosphere of teamwork. As part of our team, your opportunities are limitless.

The Fleet Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing company vehicles, utility equipment, trailers, and heavy construction equipment. This position supports field construction operations and may perform work in a shop, company yard, roadside setting, or active job site environment.

This is a hands-on mechanic role for someone who can work independently from a service truck, diagnose problems in the field, make safe and reliable repairs, document work properly, and help keep crews and equipment moving.

In addition, you will:

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on company vehicles, trucks, trailers, utility equipment, and heavy construction equipment
• Diagnose and repair diesel, gas, hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, brake, suspension, powertrain, HVAC, and trailer-related issues
• Support field crews by performing repairs from a service truck at job sites, yards, roadside locations, and other field environments
• Inspect, maintain, and repair equipment such as bucket trucks, aerial lifts, digger derricks, directional drills, excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, trailers, cranes, and other construction or utility equipment
• Perform DOT inspections, unit condition inspections, preventative maintenance inspections, and related reporting as assigned
• Use operator manuals, parts manuals, maintenance manuals, schematics, diagnostic tools, and technical resources to troubleshoot equipment and identify repair needs
• Replace electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and powertrain components as needed
• Install, diagnose, or troubleshoot telematics, GPS, camera systems, and other fleet technology
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection documentation, parts usage, labor notes, and repair history
• Coordinate with field leadership, equipment operators, vendors, customers, and supervisors to prioritize repairs and reduce equipment downtime
• Order or identify needed parts and help coordinate repairs with outside vendors when required
• Maintain tools, equipment, and service vehicles in a safe, clean, and organized condition
• Follow all MasTec safety policies, DOT requirements, and company procedures
• Work outdoors and travel in inclement weather when necessary
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

About You:

• High school diploma, state-approved high school equivalency, or GED required
• Minimum of 3 years of mechanical repair experience required
• Experience repairing trucks, trailers, diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and construction equipment required
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, and a current DOT Medical Certification
• Ability to work independently from a service truck or field service vehicle
• Ability to diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, brake, suspension, and powertrain issues
• Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repair documentation
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use electronic maintenance systems, email, and Microsoft Office tools
• Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced field construction environment
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, vendors, customers, and field crews
• Must be safety-focused and able to perform all work in accordance with company safety standards
• Possessing a CDL Class A or B, is strongly preferred
• DOT inspection experience is preferred
• ASE certifications is preferred
• A diesel mechanic certification is preferred
• Welding or fabrication experience is preferred
• Experience with utility fleet equipment is preferred
• Experience with bucket trucks, aerial lifts, digger derricks, cranes, directional drills, excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, or similar equipment is preferred
• Experience with Altec, Terex, Ditch Witch, Caterpillar, Volvo, Cummins, or similar equipment/platforms is preferred
• Experience with telematics, GPS, camera systems, and fleet technology is preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, but not required

Compensation of $20-$35 per hour, depending on the experience.

Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort: 

Financial Security 

• 401(k) with company match 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) 
• Life insurance 
• Short-term and Long-term disability 

Health and Wellness 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Work/Life Balance 

• Paid time off 
• Paid holidays 
• Family and medical leave 
• Paid sick time

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec! 

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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About You:

• High school diploma, state-approved high school equivalency, or GED required
• Minimum of 3 years of mechanical repair experience required
• Experience repairing trucks, trailers, diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and construction equipment required
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, and a current DOT Medical Certification
• Ability to work independently from a service truck or field service vehicle
• Ability to diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, brake, suspension, and powertrain issues
• Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repair documentation
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use electronic maintenance systems, email, and Microsoft Office tools
• Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced field construction environment
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, vendors, customers, and field crews
• Must be safety-focused and able to perform all work in accordance with company safety standards
• Possessing a CDL Class A or B, is strongly preferred
• DOT inspection experience is preferred
• ASE certifications is preferred
• A diesel mechanic certification is preferred
• Welding or fabrication experience is preferred
• Experience with utility fleet equipment is preferred
• Experience with bucket trucks, aerial lifts, digger derricks, cranes, directional drills, excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, or similar equipment is preferred
• Experience with Altec, Terex, Ditch Witch, Caterpillar, Volvo, Cummins, or similar equipment/platforms is preferred
• Experience with telematics, GPS, camera systems, and fleet technology is preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, but not required

Compensation of $20-$35 per hour, depending on the experience.

Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort: 

Financial Security 

• 401(k) with company match 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) 
• Life insurance 
• Short-term and Long-term disability 

Health and Wellness 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Work/Life Balance 

• Paid time off 
• Paid holidays 
• Family and medical leave 
• Paid sick time

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec! 

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

#MasTecJobs #MasTecCareers #BeSuccessfulWithUs #IAmMasTec #WeAreMasTec #MasTecFamily #MasTecCommunicationsGroup #MasTecCommunicationsCareers