Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Demolition Division
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Key details
- Location
- National Positions Available
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 5–8 yrs
- Function
- Skilled trades & Manufacturing
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 1w ago
Skills
About the role
Description
Total Wrecking& Environmental is a national leader in complex industrial demolition, decommissioning, and environmental remediation. With a reputation for safety, precision, and performance, we rely on a skilled team and a fleet of high-powered heavy equipment—including excavators, high-reach machines, shears, and grapples—to execute projects across the country.
We are seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team and ensure our demolition fleet stays in peak condition for the demands of industrial and structural demolition projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of heavy demolition equipment, including:
- Excavators (CAT, Komatsu, Kobelco Sennebogen)
- High-reach units
- Hydraulic shears, grapples, and hammers
- Support vehicles
- Perform preventative maintenance and safety inspections on-site and in the shop
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems in the field under tight timelines
- Respond to breakdowns at active job sites and minimize downtime for crews
- Keep detailed maintenance logs, service reports, and repair records
- Order parts, track inventory, and manage small tool upkeep
- Adhere to company safety policies and OSHA regulations during all repair and maintenance tasks
- Collaborate with operations team to schedule equipment service around job timelines
- Train and supervise junior mechanics or service techs as needed
Requirements Qualifications:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with heavy equipment maintenance and repair (demolition or construction industry preferred)
- Proficient with diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and diagnostics
- Ability to read technical diagrams, service manuals, and equipment schematics
- Welding/fabrication skills a plus
- Valid driver's license (CDL Class B or higher preferred)
- Must be able to lift 50+ lbs and work in outdoor/field conditions
- Strong safety record and commitment to working in a team environment
- Must be willing to travel
Preferred Certifications (not required):
- ASE Certification
- OSHA 10 or 30
- Heavy Equipment or Hydraulic Technician Certificate
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