WizeHire, Inc
Omni Underground is seeking an experienced Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair our fleet of underground utility and directional drilling equipment. This role is critical to keeping our drill crews productive, safe, and profitable.
We are a full turnkey underground utility contractor specializing in HDD, potholing, vault/box setting, trenching, and restoration. Our mechanic must understand field realities , prioritize uptime, and take ownership of fleet reliability.
This is not a shop-only role — you must be comfortable supporting active job sites , troubleshooting under pressure, and communicating clearly with operations and foremen.
Responsibilities Equipment & Fleet Maintenance:
Diagnose, repair, and service diesel engines and hydraulic systems
Service skid steers, mini excavators, backhoes, loaders, compressors, trailers, and support equipment
Perform preventative maintenance (PMs) to reduce breakdowns and downtime
Maintain service records and PM schedules
Field Support
Respond to field breakdowns and emergency repairs
Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues on-site
Coordinate with foremen and COO to prioritize repairs
Identify equipment issues before they become failures
Shop & Yard Management
Keep the shop and yard organized and safe
Manage tools, parts inventory, fluids, and consumables
Identify needed equipment repairs or replacements
Assist with equipment inspections and readiness
Safety & Accountability
Follow all safety procedures and lockout/tagout protocols
Ensure equipment is compliant and job-ready
Take ownership of equipment condition and uptime
Communicate clearly and professionally with leadership
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
3+ years of experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic
Strong knowledge of:
Electrical systems
Heavy construction equipment
Ability to diagnose problems efficiently under pressure
CDL Class A
Comfortable working in shop and field environments
Strong work ethic and accountability mindset
Preferred Experience (Not Required but Strongly Valued)
Directional drilling equipment experience
Underground utility construction background
Fleet maintenance in construction or civil environments
Welding or fabrication experience
Compensation $25 - $37 hourly
About Omni Underground, inc. Omni Underground is scaling—and we’re looking for people who want to be part of something solid.
We’re not just dropping pipe and pulling fiber. We’re building the backbone of California’s underground infrastructure—and we’re doing it with Grit, Integrity, Respect, & Teamwork.
If you’re ready to do work that has a lasting impact, with a crew that doesn’t cut corners, this is your spot.
At Omni, we raise the bar. Every bore, every trench, every job. Our focus is simple: build great work and grow great people. That means promoting from within, keeping our standards high, and holding each other to the values that make us who we are:
Grit. Respect. Integrity. Teamwork.
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We are a full turnkey underground utility contractor specializing in HDD, potholing, vault/box setting, trenching, and restoration. Our mechanic must understand field realities , prioritize uptime, and take ownership of fleet reliability.
This is not a shop-only role — you must be comfortable supporting active job sites , troubleshooting under pressure, and communicating clearly with operations and foremen.
Responsibilities Equipment & Fleet Maintenance:
Diagnose, repair, and service diesel engines and hydraulic systems
Service skid steers, mini excavators, backhoes, loaders, compressors, trailers, and support equipment
Perform preventative maintenance (PMs) to reduce breakdowns and downtime
Maintain service records and PM schedules
Field Support
Respond to field breakdowns and emergency repairs
Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical issues on-site
Coordinate with foremen and COO to prioritize repairs
Identify equipment issues before they become failures
Shop & Yard Management
Keep the shop and yard organized and safe
Manage tools, parts inventory, fluids, and consumables
Identify needed equipment repairs or replacements
Assist with equipment inspections and readiness
Safety & Accountability
Follow all safety procedures and lockout/tagout protocols
Ensure equipment is compliant and job-ready
Take ownership of equipment condition and uptime
Communicate clearly and professionally with leadership
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
3+ years of experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic
Strong knowledge of:
Electrical systems
Heavy construction equipment
Ability to diagnose problems efficiently under pressure
CDL Class A
Comfortable working in shop and field environments
Strong work ethic and accountability mindset
Preferred Experience (Not Required but Strongly Valued)
Directional drilling equipment experience
Underground utility construction background
Fleet maintenance in construction or civil environments
Welding or fabrication experience
Compensation $25 - $37 hourly
About Omni Underground, inc. Omni Underground is scaling—and we’re looking for people who want to be part of something solid.
We’re not just dropping pipe and pulling fiber. We’re building the backbone of California’s underground infrastructure—and we’re doing it with Grit, Integrity, Respect, & Teamwork.
If you’re ready to do work that has a lasting impact, with a crew that doesn’t cut corners, this is your spot.
At Omni, we raise the bar. Every bore, every trench, every job. Our focus is simple: build great work and grow great people. That means promoting from within, keeping our standards high, and holding each other to the values that make us who we are:
Grit. Respect. Integrity. Teamwork.
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