Mechanic - Heavy Construction Equipment

Job Title: HE Mechanic / Technician
Location: Fredricksburg, VA area
Department: Service
Position Type: Full-Time
Work Environment: Shop-based with occasional field service work

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Mechanic / Technician to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of heavy construction and specialty equipment. This position is primarily shop-based, with occasional field service as needed. The ideal candidate brings strong troubleshooting abilities, particularly in hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and powertrain diagnostics, and is comfortable working on complex equipment in a fast-paced environment.

Pay & Benefits  

• competitive wages
• full medical, dental and vision coverage
• competitive vacation, holiday and sick days
• 401K savings plans
• pension programs
• company bonus program.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems, including CAN-bus controls
• Perform major component repairs and rebuilds on diesel engines, powertrains, undercarriage systems, transmissions, and structural components
• Conduct preventative maintenance and equipment inspections to ensure safety, performance, and reliability
• Complete service documentation, parts lookups, and work order reporting accurately and timely
• Perform shop repairs while safely operating heavy equipment and support tools

Preferred Experience & Qualifications

• Experience working on heavy construction equipment such as earthmoving, foundation, utility, crane, mining, or specialty equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Experience with electronic controls, CAN-bus systems, and diagnostic software is highly desirable
• Solid understanding of diesel engines and powertrain systems
• Ability to interpret service manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail

Apply Today!

To be considered for this opportunity or to confidentially discuss further, please submit your resume to mark.jeffree@gogpac.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.