Diesel Mechanic

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This role is responsible for advanced diagnostics, repairs, preventative maintenance, and field service support while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and equipment reliability.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The ideal candidate has strong troubleshooting skills, experience working on heavy equipment and diesel-powered systems, and the ability to work independently in demanding shop and field environments.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Key Responsibilities</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and heavy equipment</li>\n<li>Complete major component repairs including engines, transmissions, hydraulic pumps, and drivetrain assemblies</li>\n<li>Utilize OEM diagnostic software and electronic troubleshooting tools</li>\n<li>Perform preventative maintenance and equipment inspections</li>\n<li>Troubleshoot and repair excavators, loaders, trucks, trailers, pumps, dredges, and support equipment</li>\n<li>Support field service operations including emergency breakdown response and job-site repairs</li>\n<li>Maintain accurate repair records, maintenance documentation, and parts usage tracking</li>\n<li>Mentor and support junior mechanics and technicians</li>\n<li>Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment</li>\n<li>Travel to field job sites as needed for repairs, mobilization, and operational support</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Qualifications</span></p>\n<p>Required:</p>\n<p>High school diploma or GED</p>\n<ul>\n<li>5+ years of diesel mechanic or heavy equipment technician experience</li>\n<li>Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and diagnostics</li>\n<li>Experience performing major equipment repairs and troubleshooting</li>\n<li>Ability to read schematics, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams</li>\n<li>Experience working in shop and field environments</li>\n<li>Ability to work independently in physically demanding conditions</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Preferred:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>ASE, OEM, or Diesel Technician certifications</li>\n<li>CDL Class A license</li>\n<li>Welding and fabrication experience</li>\n<li>Experience with Caterpillar, Cummins, John Deere, or similar OEM diagnostic systems</li>\n<li>MSHA or OSHA safety certifications</li>\n<li>Experience working on dredges or heavy equipment operations</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Benefits</p>\n<p>United Dredging offers an excellent benefits package for eligible full-time team members, including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees </span>(Dependent and family coverage is available at an additional cost to the employee.)</li>\n<li>$50,000 company-paid basic life insurance</li>\n<li>401(k) with company match</li>\n<li>Profit sharing opportunities</li>\n<li>Supplemental insurance options</li>\n<li>Paid overtime opportunities</li>\n<li>Career growth and advancement opportunities</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Additional benefits and coverage options are available for dependents and supplemental plans.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Schedule &amp; Compensation</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Full-time, non-exempt position</li>\n<li>Typical schedule averages approximately 50 hours per week, including overtime opportunities</li>\n<li>Estimated annual earnings: $74,000 – $118,000+ depending on experience, certifications, overtime, travel assignments, and hours worked</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Work Environment</span></p>\n<p>This position works in both fabrication shop and industrial field environments with exposure to heavy equipment, outdoor conditions, noise, dust, fuels, oils, and physically demanding tasks. <span>The work is physically demanding, requiring </span><span>lifting up</span><span> to 75 </span><span>lbs</span><span>, extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, and occasional work at heights or in confined spaces. </span>Frequent travel to active job sites, including emergency repair situations and extended assignments, may be required particularly during first 6 months of employment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Employment Requirements</span></p>\n<p>Applicants must successfully pass:</p>\n<p>Background screening</p>\n<p>Drug and alcohol testing</p>\n<p>Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>United Dredging is an at-will employer. Employment with the company is voluntarily entered into, and employees are free to resign at any time, with or without notice. Likewise, United Dredging may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law. Nothing in this job posting or any other company communication should be interpreted as creating a contract of employment or guarantee of continued employment.</p>\n<p> </p>",
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