Heavy Equipment Mechanic Job at Energy Jobline ZR in East Chicago

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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Is This Where You’re Meant To Be?

At Midwestern Electric, a Green Arrow Company,, we believe purpose and passion go hand in hand. So ask yourself—is this where you’re meant to be?

As our Heavy Equipment Mechanic, you will maintain and repair diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and related components across our heavy-duty fleet to ensure safety and uptime. You’ll perform diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and both shop and field repairs while documenting work accurately and collaborating to minimize downtime.

Here, your growth matters. We’re a company that continuously invests in its people—offering meaningful work that evolves with you, continuous learning and mentorship, and a clear path for advancement. You’ll enjoy a collaborative, fun environment where life-long relationships are built and values guide every decision we make: Protect What Matters, Empower Our People; Unwavering Commitment to Our Customers; Trust Through Loyalty, Honesty, and Transparency; and a Relentless Pursuit of Excellence. Whether you’re based in one of our East or Southeast offices or working remotely from the Eastern U.S., you’ll find belonging, flexibility, and opportunity—backed by competitive compensation, annual bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits.

As our CEO, Lloyd Kuehn, reminds us:

“We take pride in our mission to provide safer and smarter infrastructure solutions for our communities. We differentiate ourselves in our markets because we have committed partners – our people – who are at the heart of business and pursue excellence in everything we do. We focus on exceptional experiences for our people, including protection, development, and engagement. Here, you’re joining a community that invests in you and celebrates your growth. We are setting the standard for exceptional leadership and professionalism across our industry.”

That’s what makes Midwestern Electric, a Green Arrow Company, more than just a company—it’s a community of collaborators, problem solvers, and growth drivers who believe that doing great work also means doing good work.

If this sounds like the place where your purpose meets your potential—then yes, this is where you’re meant to be.

How You’ll Make An Impact

As our Heavy Equipment Mechanic, you’ll support the reliability and performance of Midwestern Electric’s, a Green Arrow Company, heavy equipment fleet by performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on diesel systems and hydraulics. You’ll ensure each asset operates safely and efficiently while minimizing downtime.

• Coordinate with supervisors, drivers, and project managers to minimize downtime and ensure timely repairs.

• Maintain organized work areas, tools, and shop equipment.

• Follow OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards in all tasks.

• Document all maintenance and repair work in fleet management systems accurately.

• Perform field repairs and mobile maintenance for breakdowns when required.

• Conduct welding, fabrication, and component replacement as needed.

• Repair hydraulic components like pumps, valves, and cylinders used in utility and construction equipment.

• Utilize diagnostic software such as JPRO or JALTEST to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.

• Perform preventive maintenance including oil changes, tune-ups, and system inspections to ensure peak performance.

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel engines, hydraulic, and electrical systems on company vehicles and heavy equipment.

• As our Heavy Equipment Mechanic, you will perform skilled maintenance and repair of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and related components across a variety of heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. You will ensure reliability, safety, and performance through thorough diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repair activities both in-shop and in the field.

What You Bring

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in varying weather conditions.

• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

• Valid driver’s license; CDL but not required.

• Knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations related to vehicle maintenance.

• Strong understanding of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and preventive maintenance procedures.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and wiring diagrams.

• Experience using diagnostic tools such as JPRO, JALTEST, or equivalent.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience repairing diesel engines, hydraulic systems, or electrical components.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational or technical training in diesel technology .

• You are an experienced diesel mechanic who takes pride in precision, safety, and accountability. You bring strong diagnostic ability, mechanical expertise, and attention to detail to every repair, ensuring our fleet operates safely and efficiently.

About Us

Midwestern Electric, a Green Arrow Company, unites exceptional infrastructure services companies across the United States to deliver safer, smarter, and more efficient solutions for our communities. Our family of companies — Midwestern Electric, Kuharchik Construction, Bear Electrical Solutions, Hinson Electric, and Earthbound Electric — are trusted providers of specialized electrical infrastructure services, including the installation and maintenance of traffic signals, streetlighting, and intelligent transportation systems.

Backed by CAI Capital Partners, a visionary private equity firm based in Vancouver with over three decades of experience and more than $1.6 billion invested in founder-led businesses, Midwestern Electric, a Green Arrow Company, is expanding organically and through strategic acquisitions. This partnership fuels our shared commitment to innovation, collaboration, and service excellence. CAI was recently named to Inc.’s 2024 List of Founder-Friendly Investors (source).

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Equal Opportunity for All: Our Promise

Midwestern Electric, a Green Arrow Company, is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We proudly embrace equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, without regard to , , creed, , , , , veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Company DescriptionMidwestern Electric, a GreenArrow company, is the leading provider of Commercial, Industrial and Transportation electrical services. MWE specializes in working directly with Commercial and Industrial customers providing them with a complete in-house electrical contractor. MWE also specializes in the maintenance and installation of traffic signals, streetlights, and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) for government customers including the Indiana Department of Transportation and the majority of local municipalities. The company was founded in 1971 and has developed an expansive footprint across the State of Indiana with offices in East Chicago as well as Indianapolis.Company DescriptionMidwestern Electric, a GreenArrow company, is the leading provider of Commercial, Industrial and Transportation electrical services. MWE specializes in working directly with Commercial and Industrial customers providing them with a complete in-house electrical contractor. MWE also specializes in the maintenance and installation of traffic signals, streetlights, and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) for government customers including the Indiana Department of Transportation and the majority of local municipalities. The company was founded in 1971 and has developed an expansive footprint across the State of Indiana with offices in East Chicago as well as Indianapolis.