Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Up To 30/hr)

Equipment Mechanic Job Description The Equipment Mechanic will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance on construction equipment, including tasks such as changing oil, changing filters, checking fluid levels, greasing parts, troubleshooting, and making corrective mechanical and electrical repairs. The role requires the ability to make hydraulic repairs, perform inspections on equipment, change cylinders, pull and replace parts, and work with pneumatic tools. The mechanic will work on rental fleet equipment as well as construction company-owned equipment. Responsibilities Conduct preventative maintenance on construction equipment. Change oil, filters, and check fluid levels. Grease parts and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues. Make hydraulic repairs and perform equipment inspections. Change cylinders, pull and replace parts. Utilize pneumatic tools for various tasks. Maintain and repair both rental fleet and company-owned equipment. Essential Skills 5+ years of heavy equipment mechanic experience. Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems. Strong understanding of heavy equipment maintenance and repair. Ability to read and interpret blueprints. Skilled in mechanical repair and hydraulics. Experience with fleet maintenance. Additional Skills & Qualifications Mechanical aptitude. Clean DMV record. Why Work Here? This is a unique opportunity to join a business at its inception, offering a ground-floor entry with the potential for career growth and advancement. The company values innovation and provides a collaborative work environment where you can thrive and develop your skills. Work Environment The Equipment Mechanic will work in both a shop setting and in the field, maintaining and repairing construction equipment. The role involves hands-on work with various tools and equipment, requiring both technical and physical capabilities. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, Virginia. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2025. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.