Application Instructions
Build Your Career with One of Minnesota's Premier Contractors - Rochester-Based Opportunity
Mathiowetz Construction is looking for a skilled Service Technician to support our Rochester, MN area operations in a seasonal employment opportunity. If you enjoy diagnosing problems, working on a wide variety of trucks and heavy equipment, and taking pride in keeping operations running during the busy construction season, we'd like to talk with you.
Our Service Technicians play a critical role in supporting projects focused primarily in the Rochester area. This seasonal position offers competitive pay, modern equipment, and the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience with a respected heavy civil contractor.
At Mathiowetz Construction, we don't just repair equipment-we help build the roads, infrastructure, and communities that keep our region moving.
Seasonal Employment Opportunity | Rochester, MN Area
**$7,500 Sign-On Bonus Available
Position Description
Why Join Mathiowetz?
- Employment opportunity supporting the Rochester, MN area (estimated 8-month work season with year-round work available if desired)
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Company-paid training and development opportunities to strengthen your mechanical skills
- Opportunity to build a successful career
- Family-oriented culture built on teamwork and respect
- Industry-leading retirement and profit-sharing programs
- Supportive team that values safety, craftsmanship, and doing things right
Position Description
As a seasonal Service Technician based in the Rochester, MN area, you will inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy construction equipment, trucks, and support vehicles. You'll work at project sites, helping minimize downtime and keep operations running safely and efficiently during the construction season.
This role is ideal for someone with strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently while supporting a team-oriented environment in and around Rochester.
What You'll Do
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems
- Perform preventative maintenance on heavy equipment and commercial vehicles
- Inspect and service bulldozers, motor graders, excavators, scrapers, loaders, skid steers, compactors, backhoes, side dumps and dump trucks
- Troubleshoot equipment issues in both shop and field environments
- Repair and replace tires on heavy equipment and trucks
- Complete work orders and maintenance documentation accurately
- Operate shop equipment and diagnostic tools safely and effectively
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Opportunity to assist with winter maintenance operations and seasonal fleet preparation
- Travel to Rochester-area project sites as needed to support field operations
- Communicate repair needs, parts requirements, and equipment status clearly with supervisors and team members
No two days are the same. You'll work on a wide variety of equipment while helping keep critical construction projects moving forward.
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
- Generous Retirement Benefits including Traditional 401K, Roth 401K and Profit-Sharing Plan
- Davis-Bacon Fringe Benefits
- Medical Insurance with Health Savings Account - Two plan options
- Employer Provided Life Insurance
- Dental, Vision Care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans available
- Flex Savings Account (Medical, Dependent Care)
- Health and Wellness Program - Participation based
- Employee Assistance Program (E.A.P.)
- Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
- MN Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML)
Position Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Class A CDL (or willingness to obtain; assistance program available)
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work overtime and seasonal overnight travel when required
- Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver tools, parts, and equipment safely
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical degree or certification in Diesel Technology, Heavy Equipment Technology, Automotive Technology, or related field (Company subsidized education program available)
- Experience working on heavy construction equipment, trucks, and diesel engines
- Experience with hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostic systems
- Welding and fabrication experience
Equal Opportunity Employer
Mathiowetz Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. 
