Job Information
Aerotek Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Norfolk, Virginia
Job Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic to diagnose and repair issues in diesel engines, hydraulics, brakes, transmission, steering, and other systems. This role involves performing preventative maintenance on heavy equipment such as dozers, excavators, and heavy haul trucks, as well as performing welding or fabrication tasks as necessary. The mechanic will also be responsible for preparing work orders, ordering parts, fueling equipment, and maintaining a daily log. Maintaining a clean and orderly work area and meeting other housekeeping needs is also essential.
Responsibilities
Diagnose and repair issues in diesel engines
Diagnose and repair issues with hydraulics, brakes, transmission, steering, and other systems
Perform preventative maintenance on heavy equipment (e.g., dozers, excavators, heavy haul trucks)
Perform welding or fabrication tasks on equipment as necessary
Prepare work orders and order parts
Fuel equipment and maintain daily log
Maintain a clean and orderly work area
Perform additional assignments as needed
Essential Skills
General labor and equipment check
Experience as a Crane Mechanic
Loader, Dozer, Excavator Mechanic skills
Ability to troubleshoot and repair construction and heavy equipment
Pipelaying experience
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in the heavy construction industry
Diesel technician or mechanic degree is a plus
Welding experience is a plus
Why Work Here?
We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, wellness benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program are also provided. Employees enjoy paid holidays and paid time off. Additionally, there are opportunities for overtime hours, up to 32 hours.
Work Environment
This role involves working outdoors from Monday to Saturday with 10-12 hour workdays. The position requires the ability to perform physical activities that involve considerable use of arms, legs, and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norfolk, Virginia.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Norfolk,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.