Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Virginia Paving Company
dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, short term disability, long term disability, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Norfolk
3431 Trant Avenue (Show on map)
Jun 10, 2025
Position Type: Full Time (40+)
Pay Type: Hourly
Seasonal Work: No
Virginia Paving Benefits:
Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
Company Paid Parental Leave
Company Paid Maternity Leave
Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
Voluntary Dental Insurance
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives
General Description Under general direction of Lead Mechanic and Equipment Operations Manager, the Heavy Equipment Mechanic will perform general mechanical work in repair and maintenance of diversified automotive and construction/asphalt equipment. Employee repairs and services vehicles and other motorized equipment, and maintains cleanliness of the shop area. Performs related work as required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsible to support all equipment maintenance operations within Company/Project to include:
Actively participates in our Safety 1st
Demonstrates safety 1stattitude
Identifies and turns in near miss reports
Speaks up when sees unsafe act
Ensure all local laws, regulations, Eurovia rules and Group policies are in compliance.
Understands and obeys all DOT regulations as it pertains to mechanic truck operation
Has passed certified basic mechanics skills testing.
Performs routine and advanced maintenance on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
Performs DOT brake repairs on commercial vehicles.
Repair power train components such as engine, transmission, differentials, PTO systems, transfer cases, hydraulic motors and pumps and all other auxiliary drive components.
Inspects and troubleshoots starting and charging systems.
Diagnose suspension system problems such as vehicle alignment, springs and chassis mounting systems.
Troubleshoots electrical components such as gauges, sending units, relays, lighting systems and solenoids.
Inspect, repair and or replace track suspension systems and components, such as rails, bushings, idlers, and sprocket segments, rollers and track shoes.
Performs expert repairs on material handling equipment such as cranes and forklifts.
Maintains a clean work area, sweeps floors, removes oil and grease spills and performs other general custodial work, as required.
Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment.
Maintains personal tools and company owned tools.
Accurately completes all associated forms such as inspection records, time sheets, and work orders
Demonstrates team attitude, and works to attain individual, division and company goals
Qualification Requirements
General To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with management, fellow employees and Owner. A minimum of three (3) years of experience is required. Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record required.
Physical Demands The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and, at times, as much as 90 pounds, as may be assigned.
Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
Physical dexterity involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.
Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
Must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 15 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required.
Sufficient skill and visual acuity, under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions, to provide direction and flagging for operators of cranes with rated capacities of up to 300 tons.
Must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Heavy Equipment Mechanic encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Work may be performed outdoors in all weather conditions as required.
Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that are typically associated with a construction project.
Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.
Demonstrates Safety 1st
It is important for members of our team to be actively involved in their own safety, while being considerate of fellow employees.
Assess work environment for possible hazards and makes sure training is adequate to the task.
Has proper personal protective equipment and tools, uses them appropriately for the given task.
Speaks up if seeing an unsafe act
Identifies and turns in near miss reports
Asks for help, when needed, to perform tasks safely.
Considers if there is a safer way to perform work and communicates.
Virginia Paving Company is a leading asphalt pavement producer and paving contractor for the state of Virginia. We are proud to have worked on many of the projects that have helped shape the footprint of Northern Virginia, the Stafford County/Fredericksburg area, and Hampton Roads, Virginia. Our teams successfully complete hundreds of paving contracts every year for projects ranging from public roadways and interstates, to commercial parking areas, to government and military facilities. In every case, we do so safely and efficiently, using quality material produced in-house at one of our seven state-of-the-art facilities.
We support a Drug-Free Workplace.
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.
Virginia Paving Company
dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, short term disability, long term disability, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Norfolk
3431 Trant Avenue (Show on map)
Jun 10, 2025
Position Type: Full Time (40+)
Pay Type: Hourly
Seasonal Work: No
Virginia Paving Benefits:
Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
Company Paid Parental Leave
Company Paid Maternity Leave
Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
Voluntary Dental Insurance
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives
General Description Under general direction of Lead Mechanic and Equipment Operations Manager, the Heavy Equipment Mechanic will perform general mechanical work in repair and maintenance of diversified automotive and construction/asphalt equipment. Employee repairs and services vehicles and other motorized equipment, and maintains cleanliness of the shop area. Performs related work as required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsible to support all equipment maintenance operations within Company/Project to include:
Actively participates in our Safety 1st
Demonstrates safety 1stattitude
Identifies and turns in near miss reports
Speaks up when sees unsafe act
Ensure all local laws, regulations, Eurovia rules and Group policies are in compliance.
Understands and obeys all DOT regulations as it pertains to mechanic truck operation
Has passed certified basic mechanics skills testing.
Performs routine and advanced maintenance on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
Performs DOT brake repairs on commercial vehicles.
Repair power train components such as engine, transmission, differentials, PTO systems, transfer cases, hydraulic motors and pumps and all other auxiliary drive components.
Inspects and troubleshoots starting and charging systems.
Diagnose suspension system problems such as vehicle alignment, springs and chassis mounting systems.
Troubleshoots electrical components such as gauges, sending units, relays, lighting systems and solenoids.
Inspect, repair and or replace track suspension systems and components, such as rails, bushings, idlers, and sprocket segments, rollers and track shoes.
Performs expert repairs on material handling equipment such as cranes and forklifts.
Maintains a clean work area, sweeps floors, removes oil and grease spills and performs other general custodial work, as required.
Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment.
Maintains personal tools and company owned tools.
Accurately completes all associated forms such as inspection records, time sheets, and work orders
Demonstrates team attitude, and works to attain individual, division and company goals
Qualification Requirements
General To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with management, fellow employees and Owner. A minimum of three (3) years of experience is required. Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record required.
Physical Demands The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds and, at times, as much as 90 pounds, as may be assigned.
Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, forms, power tools, and hand tools.
Physical dexterity involving stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.
Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
Must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
Capable of being certified to enter confined spaces, including climbing into and out of excavations up to 15 feet in depth, using ladders or crawling, as required.
Sufficient skill and visual acuity, under varying degrees of light, darkness, and weather conditions, to provide direction and flagging for operators of cranes with rated capacities of up to 300 tons.
Must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Heavy Equipment Mechanic encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Work may be performed outdoors in all weather conditions as required.
Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that are typically associated with a construction project.
Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.
Demonstrates Safety 1st
It is important for members of our team to be actively involved in their own safety, while being considerate of fellow employees.
Assess work environment for possible hazards and makes sure training is adequate to the task.
Has proper personal protective equipment and tools, uses them appropriately for the given task.
Speaks up if seeing an unsafe act
Identifies and turns in near miss reports
Asks for help, when needed, to perform tasks safely.
Considers if there is a safer way to perform work and communicates.
Virginia Paving Company is a leading asphalt pavement producer and paving contractor for the state of Virginia. We are proud to have worked on many of the projects that have helped shape the footprint of Northern Virginia, the Stafford County/Fredericksburg area, and Hampton Roads, Virginia. Our teams successfully complete hundreds of paving contracts every year for projects ranging from public roadways and interstates, to commercial parking areas, to government and military facilities. In every case, we do so safely and efficiently, using quality material produced in-house at one of our seven state-of-the-art facilities.
We support a Drug-Free Workplace.
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.
Job ID: 480929257
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025
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