Field Mechanic
Field Mechanic
Job ID: 40704
Location: Kalispell, MT
Category: Construction
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
We currently have an opportunity for a Field Mechanic to join a Kalispell team supporting highway projects throughout Montana. Having served Montana for over 50 years, this company has helped shape the landscape of this beautiful state. They have helped engineer and develop bridges, overpasses, highway systems and building projects for our community, leaving a lasting, positive impact. As one of Montana's safest and most trusted construction firms, they have the experience and resources to take on projects of any size. This position does require travel but when not on the road you would help support our local operations.
Why You Want This Job:
- Competitive starting wage – $32 to $36/hour, depending on experience
- Daily Per Diem when working away from Kalispell, MT
- 80% to 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and profit sharing 401(k) plan
- Paid continuing education and training
- Paid time off for bereavement leave
- Access to a free Employee Assistance Program for counseling services
- A team that supports each other and celebrates your success!
Essential Functions and Duties:
- Determines equipment condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying worn and damaged parts
- Maintain, repair and trouble shoot problems on all road construction equipment and trucks. This would include paving equipment, rollers, loaders, water trucks, tractors/belly dump trailers, and brooms
- Troubleshooting electrical and hydraulic systems and identifying appropriate repairs
- Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; completing winterization procedures
- Ability to use software/technical programs
- Maintains equipment records by annotating services and repairs
- Work closely with other shop personnel, management and fleet administrators
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of diesel mechanic experience strongly preferred
- Associates or Bachelors in Diesel Technology or another related field strongly preferred
- Experience in Construction is preferred
- Must have own basic tool collection
- Must be able to work overtime as needed
- Capable of lifting up to 60 lbs. and 25 lbs. regularly
- Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and physical
Quick 10 second application or email Morgan@lcstaffing.com
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