Black & Veatch is hiring: Traveling Heavy Equipment & Diesel Mechanic - Construc

Traveling Heavy Equipment & Diesel Mechanic - Construction

Black & Veatch

By joining our BV Construction Group you will develop and enhance your skills in an on‑site, hands‑on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and continuous professional growth, while maintaining safety, quality, and superior service for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Use hand and power tools (e.g., screwdriver, drill, air drill, impact wrench) to repair, replace, or maintain equipment.
• Receive equipment, document condition, schedule maintenance, and keep accurate service records.
• Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles, ensuring efficient and safe fueling and oiling.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges.
• Adjust and maintain industrial machinery, using control and regulating devices.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts, fabricate required parts from sheet metal.
• Safely dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Clean parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in solvent tanks.
• Weld or solder broken parts and structural members using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
• Repair, rewire, and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Assist equipment operators in completing daily inspections and enforce safety policies concerning equipment operation.
• Ensure equipment is ready for the next assignment or job site.
• Act as a lead and direct other professionals when required.
• Supervise work of others and provide training, development, and performance management.
• Identify improvement opportunities and participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Lead or participate in all safety related processes and programs, reporting accidents, near misses, and hazardous conditions.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment and adhere to lockout/tagout procedures.
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school graduate with some college experience.
• Proficient in attention to detail, mechanical skills, and forklift certification.
• Strong communication (written and oral), data entry, mathematics, and organizing data skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience as a Mechanic, considered an A‑level Technician with strong mechanical knowledge.
• At least 2 years of experience managing or supervising.
• Working knowledge of industrial construction equipment, machines, and tools, including design, repair, and maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license and clean MVR.
• Possess all necessary tools.
• Minimum age 18 years.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months of hire.
• Must complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements, including background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record search.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Travel may be required.
• Work in office, warehouse, laydown yard, and construction project sites.
• Work in cramped spaces, awkward positions, and extreme temperatures (above 90°F or below 32°F).
• Expose to dust, wind, snow, rain, bright or low lighting, and significant noise.
• Work near hazardous equipment and high places.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs, stand, kneel, bend, and move in confined spaces.
• Perform repetitive movements and use hands to handle tools according to procedures.
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolds, and steel frameworks.
• Work up to a 12‑hour shift under varying weather and temperature conditions.

Compensations & Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio includes health, dental, and vision insurance; disability coverage; a 401(k) plan with company match; tuition and adoption reimbursement; vendor discounts; a performance‑based bonus program; and a company‑matched 401(k). Flexible work schedules, paid vacation, holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time are also available.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Black & Veatch is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.