Schofield Excavation

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and knowledgeable Heavy Equipment Fleet Mechanic to join our maintenance team. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a diverse fleet of heavy machinery and industrial equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety. Your expertise will help keep our operations running smoothly, supporting construction, and industrial projects. This position offers an exciting opportunity for mechanics with a passion for heavy equipment and a drive to deliver top-notch service.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive diagnostics and repairs on heavy equipment including excavators, cranes, forklifts, tractors, trailers, crushers, and other industrial machinery.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to extend equipment lifespan and prevent breakdowns.
• Utilize OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) manuals, schematics, and electronic diagnostic tools to accurately identify issues.
• Repair and replace hydraulic systems, transmissions, brakes, suspensions, air brakes, and electrical components.
• Fabricate parts or modify equipment as needed using welding, soldering, hand tools, power tools, and fabrication techniques.
• Conduct alignments, tire services, wheel balancing, and heavy lifting to ensure equipment safety and efficiency.
• Maintain detailed service records, logs, and reports for all repairs performed.
• Assist with heavy equipment operation during maintenance or troubleshooting tasks when required.
• Respond to breakdowns and perform field repairs as needed
• Identify potential issues early and recommend corrective action to prevent equipment failures
• Order parts, maintain/organize tools and parts storage, and assist with yard organization/operations
• Work outdoors regularly, with access to an enclosed shop for extended repairs
• Diagnose Tier 3 and Tier 4 interim and Tier 4 final emissions systems.
• Remove, repair, and install major heavy equipment components in varying configurations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience

• 8+ years maintenance experience servicing and repairing trucks and heavy construction equipment, including loaders, skid steers, bulldozers, excavators, and backhoes. As well as crushing and screening plants
• Significant experience with and ability to work on several makes and models of equipment, especially Caterpillar, Komatsu, John Deere, and Peterbuilt
• Dealership experience is preferred for familiarity with OEM parts and repair procedures.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, work independently, manage time, multitask, and handle stress
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, HVAC systems in industrial equipment.
• Skilled in reading schematics and using diagnostic software to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, assembly of mechanical components and heavy equipment repair is prefered.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while maintaining attention to detail during repairs.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills to communicate effectively with team members and clients regarding repair status or technical issues.
• Highly effective communicator with the ability to interact professionally with vendors, customers, coworkers, and leadership.
• CDL Class B endorsement or higher
• Willingness and ability to adapt to scheduling needs, including primarily day shift hours (usually between 7 AM and 6 PM), overtime, and possible weekends
• Ability to pass pre- and post-employment drug screening and work history verification.
• Ability to communicate in English (Spanish is a plus )with co-workers and the general public.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Predominantly outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• Regular travel between job sites and yard in company provided service truck

Join us if you’re passionate about maintaining top-tier heavy equipment through expert diagnostics and repairs! We value proactive problem-solvers who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to safety excellence. This role provides a fulfilling opportunity to keep essential machinery operating at peak performance while advancing your skills in a supportive team environment.