EXPERIENCED HEAVY EQUIPMENT & TRUCK MECHANICJoin a Team That Takes Pride in Keeping Equipment Working
Kyle Kluck Excavating is seeking a highly skilled, self-motivated mechanic with proven experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy trucks, construction equipment, trailers, small engines, and shop equipment.
This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for someone who can independently troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine issues and complete repairs correctly the first time.
Equipment You’ll Be Working On
- Class 7 & 8 heavy trucks
- Dump trucks
- Semi tractors and trailers
- Excavators
- Bulldozers
- Loaders
- Skid steers
- Compact equipment
- Small gas and diesel engines
- Shop machinery and support equipment
Primary Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair diesel engines
- Troubleshoot hydraulic systems
- Repair electrical systems, wiring, sensors, and controls
- Service brakes, suspensions, steering, drivetrains, and transmissions
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections
- Weld and fabricate repair components when necessary
- Research, read and interpret service manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics
- Maintain accurate repair records
- Respond to occasional field service repairs
Required Experience
Applicants should possess strong working knowledge of:
Diesel Engine Systems
- Cummins
- Caterpillar
- International
- Other heavy-duty diesel platforms
Hydraulic Systems
- Pumps
- Cylinders
- Valves
- Hydraulic motors
- Hydraulic troubleshooting and leak diagnosis
Electrical Systems
- 12V and 24V systems
- Charging systems
- Starting systems
- Sensors and controls
- Wiring repairs and diagnostics
Mechanical Systems
- Air brake systems
- Suspensions
- Steering systems
- Drivetrain components
- Differentials
- PTO systems
- Trailer repair
Minimum Qualifications
- 5+ years of heavy equipment and/or heavy truck repair experience
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities
- Ability to work independently without constant supervision
- Welding and fabrication experience preferred
- Ability to lift 75+ pounds
- Valid driver’s license
- CDL or ability to obtain CDL is preferred
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
Can diagnose problems instead of simply replacing parts
Takes ownership of repairs
Understands downtime costs money
Works safely and efficiently
Shows up consistently and on time
Has pride in quality workmanship
Compensation
- Competitive pay based on experience and skill level
- Overtime available
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Uniform allowance
- Health insurance after 90 days
- 3% pension match after 1 year
- Paid vacation after 1 year, increasing with years of service
- Employee paid supplemental insurance options available
- Employee paid dental and vision insurance available
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person