**Job Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic** **Job Description** This position requires a versatile and skilled individual to join the maintenance team as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Tupelo MS. The role involves repairing and maintaining heavy equipment such as CAT, Deer, MAC, and proprietary equipment. The primary focus is to support fleet maintenance operations and ensure equipment is rental-ready. **Responsibilities** + Repair and maintain heavy equipment including excavators, backhoes, skid steers, tractors, mini excavators, dozers, trucks, and compact track loaders. + Diagnose and troubleshoot systems such as hydraulic systems, combustion engines, motors, and electrical systems. + Perform preventative maintenance on the fleet and maintain equipment to meet quality and efficiency standards. + Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on fleet equipment and trucks with minimal supervision. + Diagnose internal combustion engines, DC electrical systems, propane systems, hydraulics, and fuel systems. + Perform major repairs using diagnostic tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments. + Conduct oil changes, lubrication, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements, and assorted services. + Utilize warranty repairs to save and mark parts, and manage work orders through the fleet management system. + Recondition and replace parts of heavy equipment as needed. + Diagnose significant wear or tear on equipment. + Maintain a clean and organized work area. + Produce detailed service reports and repair logs. + Assist in training junior mechanics and follow directives from the shop lead. + Adhere to all company procedures and protocols. + Perform additional duties as assigned. **Essential Skills** + Experience with troubleshooting electrical issues. + Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting various heavy equipment systems. + Two years of experience in heavy equipment repair. + Possession of hand and air/electric tools for repair tasks. + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Diesel engine troubleshooting and maintenance. + Hydraulic and mechanical system knowledge. + Ability to read and understand technical schematics and manuals. + Computer skills for entering information into systems. + Effective communication skills. + Ability to operate and test various equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, and compressors. **Why Work Here?** Join a close-knit team with a great culture and opportunities for growth. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Benefit from programs like paid parental leave, military leave, and tuition reimbursement. Take advantage of discounts on auto and home insurance, and participate in programs promoting health and wellness. **Work Environment** Work in a non-climate controlled shop and outdoor environment. Candidates will have the opportunity to tour the shop during the interview process. Uniforms are provided. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tupelo, Mississippi. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $36.00/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 Hamilton,AL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 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.