Shop Mechanic

About Us

Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance-driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform.

Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family-oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement. What’s more, Irby has long long-valued tenure. In fact, many of our executive leaders started with Irby early in their careers and in the field.

When you join our team, you join an established firm, with a culture centered around its people. Teamwork is how we work. There is no other way. Pride is ever-present inside our offices and the bond of brotherhood runs strong among our crews. 

Irby Construction is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services. That means team Irby gets the benefits of the company culture we’re known for along with the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization. (NYSE: PWR). 

Build your career at Irby Construction.

About this Role

Irby Construction Company is seeking a skilled and dependable Powerline Wire stringing/ aerial lift equipment shop mechanic to maintain, repair, inspect, and prepare specialized equipment used in overhead powerline construction and wire stringing operations

An Aerial Lift/ Wire Stringing Equipment Mechanic at Irby Construction Company shall possess the ability to operate/drive any truck, including tractor trailers to support all assigned work activity.  Employees must have two (2) years of experience.  A valid commercial driver’s license is preferred.

What You'll Do

• Operate and inspect machines or equipment to diagnose defects.
• Maintain and repair tensioners, pullers, reel stands, winches, bullwheels, generators, compressors and related equipment.
• Dismantle and reassembles equipment, using hoist and hand tools.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, use test equipment and gauges.
• Test overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• May repair, adjust and maintain specialized machinery, such as spacer buggies, drilling and cutting equipment.
• Plan work procedure, using charts, technical manuals and experience.
• Raise equipment using hydraulic jack or hoist, to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of equipment.
• Remove as needed, engine, transmission, or differential, using wrenches and hoist.
• Disassembles unit and inspect parts for wear, using test equipment, calipers, and thickness gauges.
• May repair, replace parts or send equipment off to have parts, such as hydraulic pumps, valves, controllers, cylinders, and hoses.
• Rewires ignition system, lights and instrument panel.
• Identify safety equipment on a specific piece of equipment.
• Read and use the operations manual of a specific piece of equipment.
• Perform general cleanup of equipment.
• Identify components and controls of machine.
• Able to perform daily walk arounds, routine and periodic checks, inspections, and the maintenance of equipment.
• Perform basic operation of equipment.
• Assist with the service and maintenance schedule of the equipment.
• Read and use all capacity charts for the equipment.
• Perform the setup of the equipment, connect and disconnect trailers.
• Capable of loading and unloading equipment and materials.
• Capable of securing loads on trailers.
• Adheres to all Company and Safety Policies while in the course of conducting Company business.
• Shall attend training classes as prescribed by the Training Department.
• Capable of operating most construction equipment, booms, etc. if needed.
• May also perform other duties as needed.
• Trustworthy and safety minded and must be conversant with all safety procedures/requirements applicable to the equipment.
• Have the ability to spot or recognize potential danger areas and take evasive actions on his/her own initiative.
• Lifting and handling materials up to 60 pounds unassisted.
• Walking and working across uneven terrain.
• Exposure to hot and cold weather conditions
• Climbing on and off large trucks and equipment

What You'll Bring

• Is required to hold a valid driver’s license.
• May be required to obtain light crane certification for boom trucks etc.
• May attend training classes or seminars to gather knowledge of new processes, safety regulations and/or refresher training.
• All individuals in this personnel classification must meet requirements of OSHA standard 29 CFT 1910 for the specific operated equipment.

What You'll Get

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.