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Road Mechanic/Service Technician | $30K-$70K

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What they do

A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.

$55,511 / year median in Iowa

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Road Mechanic/Service Technician | $30K

•70K Purple Cow Recruiting Cedar Rapids, IA Job Details Full-time $30,000

•$70,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement On-the-job training Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Volunteer time off Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Heavy equipment electrical system troubleshooting Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics Outdoor work experience High school diploma or GED Electrical maintenance

Full Job Description Description:

Road Mechanic/Service Technician | $30K

•70K Cedar Rapids, IA | Onsite / Field Service | Customer Locations Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN Co-Founder & COO |

Heartline Staffing Call or Text:

272-230-3157

LinkedIn:

View Elizabeth's LinkedIn Prefer a confidential conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157 . Heartline Staffing is recruiting a Road Mechanic/Service Technician for an equipment service opportunity based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role performs preventive maintenance, diagnostics and advanced repairs on equipment at customer locations. This is a field-service opportunity for a mechanically skilled technician who is comfortable working on a variety of makes, models and equipment in customer and remote locations. Equipment varies by location and may include aerial work platforms, general construction tools and specialty equipment such as large-scale power generators, pumps, HVAC systems and oil/gas equipment.

COMPENSATION

$30,000

•70,000 Starting rate may vary based on location, education, training and experience

Relocation Assistance:
No Visa Sponsorship:

No

ROAD SERVICE & EQUIPMENT REPAIR

Perform preventive maintenance on equipment at customer locations Diagnose equipment problems and perform advanced repairs Apply knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems and troubleshooting fundamentals Work on a variety of makes, models and equipment Perform service work at customer and remote locations Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment

EQUIPMENT

Fleet varies by location and may include: Aerial work platforms General construction tools Large-scale power generators Pumps HVAC systems Oil and gas equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work indoors and outdoors as required Work may occur in customer and remote locations Bend, squat, crouch and reach as required Lift 50 lbs or more Work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Extensive on-the-job training for eligible employees Opportunity to develop new technical skills Career growth opportunities into service or operations management

BENEFITS

Health, dental and vision plans 401(k) match Short-term and long-term disability Accident, life and travel insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Volunteer time off Length of Service Awards Benefits eligibility begins the first of the month following 30 days from the start date

PAID TIME OFF 12-25

vacation days depending on years of service 5 sick days 6 holidays 2 half-day holidays 2 floating holidays 1 inclusion day 1 volunteer day

Requirements:

High school diploma or

GED REQUIRED 1-2

years of mechanic experience with diesel equipment, heavy construction equipment or specialty equipment such as generators, pumps, HVAC or oil/gas equipment

REQUIRED

Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

REQUIRED

Knowledge of hydraulic systems and troubleshooting fundamentals

REQUIRED

Knowledge of electrical systems and troubleshooting fundamentals

REQUIRED

Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

REQUIRED

Ability to bend, squat, crouch and reach as required

REQUIRED

Ability to lift 50 lbs or more

REQUIRED

Ability to work indoors and outdoors as required

REQUIRED PREFERRED / LOCATION-DEPENDENT

Trade school or equivalent technical training Experience with aerial work platforms, construction tools or large-scale specialty equipment ASE or IFPS certification Previous military experience with transferable mechanical or technical experience Bilingual skills, including Spanish or another language, depending on location CDL may be required in some locations; a Cedar Rapids-specific CDL requirement was not provided Not ready to formally apply? That's completely fine. Many experienced mechanics and service technicians prefer a confidential conversation first. Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157 .

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Floating Holidays
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance