Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Title: Heavy Equipment MechanicJob DescriptionDiagnose and repair issues in diesel engines. Diagnose and repair issues with hydraulics, brakes, transmission, steering, and other systems. Perform preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including dozers, excavators, heavy haul trucks, etc. 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 and meet other housekeeping needs. Perform additional assignments as needed.Hard Skills

Crane Mechanic

Loader Mechanic

Dozer Mechanic

Excavator Mechanic

Ability to troubleshoot and repair

Soft Skills

Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms, legs, and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials

Job TypeThis is a Contract-to-Hire position possibly ending in 2030.Work SiteThis is a fully on-site position in Norfolk, Virginia.Work EnvironmentWork indoors, Monday-Saturday, 10-12 hour daysAbout 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.