Small Equipment Mechanic

Michels Corporation

Brownsville +1 more

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have hands-on mechanical repair experience with small equipment and a willingness to work in a high-paced, collaborative setting.

Best fit for

Candidates with experience in agricultural or construction equipment repair and a self-driven attitude
— “0-3 years experience in mechanical repair on a variety of agriculture/construction equipment”
Individuals who value recognition and thrive in environments where effort is appreciated
— “You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated”
People who are comfortable with both small tools and larger machinery in a hands-on role
— “perform mechanical repairs on small equipment ... all the way up to a UTV and large generators”

Things to consider

The role requires personal investment in hand tools, which may affect initial costs for the candidate
— “Ability to provide own hand tools”
Limited flexibility if you are not comfortable with evolving technology and fast-paced work
— “You relish new challenges and evolving technology”

How to stand out

Highlight specific experience with hydraulic and electrical systems in your resume and interview responses
— “diagnosing hydraulic and electrical problems”
Emphasize your attention to detail and how it contributes to equipment reliability and safety
— “You have a strong attention to detail”
Showcase any prior training or education in diesel mechanics or industrial technical programs
— “Completion of diesel mechanic or industrial technical program (desired)”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

ability to diagnose and repair small equipment
ability to perform preventative maintenance

Typical background

mechanical repair experiencebasic computer proficiency

Skills & requirements

Required

Mechanical RepairDiagnosing Hydraulic And Electrical ProblemsPerforming Preventative Maintenance

Preferred

Diesel MechanicIndustrial Technical Program

Stack & domain

Mechanical RepairHydraulic And Electrical ProblemsPreventative MaintenanceChainsawsWeed WhipsUTVLarge GeneratorsAttention To Detail

About the role

Original posting from Michels Corporation via Greenhouse

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Small Equipment Mechanic can change yours.
As a Small Equipment Mechanic, your key responsibilities will be to perform mechanical repairs on small equipment, diagnosing hydraulic and electrical problems; and perform preventative maintenance on equipment such as chainsaws and weed whips all the way up to a UTV and large generators.
Why Michels?
We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
We are family owned and operated
We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles
We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401 (k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your position and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.
Why you?
You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
You relish new challenges and evolving technology
You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
You have a strong attention to detail
What it takes:
Ability to provide own hand tools
0-3 years experience in mechanical repair on a variety of agriculture/construction equipment
Able to read, write, and perform basic math
Basic computer proficiency (desired)
Completion of diesel mechanic or industrial technical program (desired)
AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
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Source: Michels Corporation careers (Greenhouse)