Shop Mechanic

Looking for an opportunity to make a lasting mark on future generations and the communities they call home? Search no further, HEI has been an unrivaled contracting leader for over 50 years, with operations in Colorado, Carolinas, and Texas.

As a top heavy civil construction company, we are dedicated to transforming landscapes across these regions, and we want you to join our team. With a relentless focus on safety, people, quality, and production, we tackle diverse projects that range from roadways and bridges to water infrastructure and environmental restoration.

Our team is comprised of highly skilled individuals, just like you, who are ready to put their best boot forward. Get ready to unearth your true potential and dig into the exciting world of HEI Civil!

We are looking to hire an experienced Shop Mechanic to join our team! The successful candidate will provide service to our fleet of Caterpillar equipment. Must be organized, detailed oriented, and comfortable working independently and as a team.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair heavy construction equipment.
• Order parts as needed.
• Prioritize repairs based on job needs.
• Follow supervisor directions.
• Work independently or with fellow shop mechanics.
• Perform regular upkeep of shop and yard.
• Account for daily parts invoices.
• Create and complete work orders correctly and timely.
• Contribute knowledge and ideas to increase productivity.
• Continue learning and strengthening skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Works well independently and has a passion to learn.
• Good organization skills and follow through.
• Alert, focused, and detail oriented.
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of safe work practices.
• Full set of tools for large equipment repair.
• Familiar with OEM standards.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent (preferred).
• 2+ years of mechanic background (heavy equipment preferred).
• Basic knowledge of Cat SIS and ET (training available).
• Ability to utilize various tools, including but not limited to, torque wrenches, pliers, drills, and screwdrivers.
• Able to stand, reach, bend, and kneel in awkward and sometimes uncomfortable positions.
• Inside Mechanic’s Shop in various weather conditions.
• Outdoors in Mechanic’s Yard in various weather conditions.

Education and Experience:

• Education: Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years heavy equipment mechanic experience.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Work is performed most frequently outdoors in weather conditions that vary from freezing temperatures to heat above 90 degrees, in wet and dry conditions.
• Work may be performed in confined spaces.
• Some exposure to odors, gases, dust and dirt may occur.
• The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
• Lifting and carrying 10 up to 60 pounds frequently is required.
• Lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Reaching and lifting overhead is frequent.
• Standing, crawling, climbing, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling and reaching a majority of the time.
• Work may include manual labor up to and including hand digging.
• Some Saturday work is required. Sundays are rarely needed.

Job Type: Full-time, nonexempt

Salary: Starting at $28 per hour based on experience

Benefits (available after waiting period):

• Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
• Six Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Employer paid private FAMLI through Principal
• 401K with a discretionary match
• $10,000 company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary dental, vision, life, and Colonial supplemental insurance