Shop Mechanic - Heavy Equipment, Light and Heavy Vehicle

Shop Mechanic (Heavy Equipment, Light and Heavy Vehicle)

$30 - $36 DOE

At Spriggs Excavation, Inc., we don’t just dig the dirt—we redefine it. Our mission is to deliver top-notch results, safely, powered by our all-star team. With over 20 years of stellar performance, we’ve built a reputation for quality, reliability, and safety that’s anything but ordinary. Operating across the Rocky Mountains to the Midwest, we leveragecutting-edge technology and seasoned expertise in mass excavation, renewable energy, electrical substations, remediation, and residential projects. Having moved over two million cubic yards of dirt in a single project, we demonstrate our ability to tackle even the most demanding assignments. We take pride in our diverse culture and core values of Safety, Teamwork, Professionalism, Accountability, and Integrity, which we live every day. These values guide our work and help us continue delivering exceptional results.

Job Summary: 

TheShopMechanicwillassistwith preventative maintenance andrepairsof diesel equipment in theshopto make electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic repairs on equipment such as excavators, loaders, trenchers, forklifts, and more. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical repairs as well as preventative maintenance.

• Troubleshoot issues with diesel engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and other components.

• Determine what parts and tools are necessary to make repairs.

• Complete all required paperwork. Resolve all maintenance requests for machine inspections and work orders.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

• Schedule repairs and maintenance on equipment entering yard. 

• Keep shop and yard organized. 

• Keep chemicals and oils labeled and properly stored. 

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be at least 21 years of age, as required by the Spriggs company insurance policy
• Technical School Certificate and 2 years of related work experience or 5 years of related work experience. 

• Thorough understanding of practices involved in the use of various types of heavy equipment.

• Thorough understanding of maintenance and basic repairs associated with heavy equipment.

• Thorough understanding of safety rules and ability to safely operate machinery.

• Superior skill operating assigned equipment safely and efficiently.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Excellent time management skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to prioritize and delegate appropriately.

Education and Experience:

• Highschool diploma or equivalentwith at least five years ofrelevant experience.

• Post-secondary, degree, or traininga plus.

• Workplace safetypractices.

• Valid Driver’s license. 

• CDLpreferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to worklong periodsincluding evenings and weekends when necessary.

• Must be able to lift 60 pounds at a time.

Travel Requirements:

• Ifworkloadin the shop becomes light.ShopMechanics may be asked totemporarilytravel to other locations toassistwith repairs. 

Offering

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Health Savings Account

• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

• Company-paid long-term disabilityinsurance

• Voluntary group life insurance

• Supplemental insurancethrough AFLAC

• Pet Insurance

• Legal Insurance & ID Theft Protection

• Matched Retirement

• Vacation and Sick Leave

• Competitive Pay

• 6 Paid Holidays

• Bonus Program

Prior to your start date, we require successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test.