Field Mechanic

Looking for an opportunity to make a lasting mark on future generations and the communities they call home? Search no further, HEI has been an unrivaled contracting leader for over 50 years, with operations in Colorado, Carolinas, and Texas.

As a top heavy civil construction company, we are dedicated to transforming landscapes across these regions, and we want you to join our team. With a relentless focus on safety, people, quality, and production, we tackle diverse projects that range from roadways and bridges to water infrastructure and environmental restoration.

Our team is comprised of highly skilled individuals, just like you, who are ready to put their best boot forward. Get ready to unearth your true potential and dig into the exciting world of HEI Civil!

Field Mechanic to add to our team to service work sites in the Denver Metro area. The successful candidate will provide service to our fleet of Caterpillar equipment. Must be organized, detailed oriented, and comfortable working independently and as a team.

Troubleshoot and repair heavy construction equipment

Order parts as needed

Prioritize repairs based on job needs

Follow supervisor directions

Travel to work sites in the greater Denver Metro area

Work independently or with fellow field mechanics

Complete DOT paperwork in a timely manner

Conduct daily Pre-trip inspection of mechanic’s truck

Perform regular upkeep of mechanic’s truck

Account for daily parts invoices

Create and complete work orders correctly and timely

Contribute knowledge and ideas to increase productivity

Continue learning and strengthening skills

Self-motivated with a strong work ethic

Works well independently and has a passion to learn

Good organization skills and follow through

Alert, focused, and detail oriented

Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Basic understanding of safe work practices

Full set of tools for large equipment repair

Familiar with OEM standards

CDL class B or higher

Current CDL medical examiner’s certificate

High school diploma or GED equivalent (preferred)

3+ years of CAT mechanic background

Basic knowledge of Cat SIS and ET (training available)

• Work is performed most frequently outdoors in weather conditions that vary from freezing temperatures to heat above 90 degrees, in wet and dry conditions.

• Work may be performed in confined spaces.

• Some exposure to odors, gases, dust and dirt may occur.

• The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

• Lifting and carrying 10 up to 60 pounds frequently is required.

• Lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally.

• Reaching and lifting overhead is frequent.

• Standing, crawling, climbing, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling and reaching a majority of the time.

• Work may include manual labor up to and including hand digging.

• Some Saturday work is required. Sundays are rarely needed.

Full-time, nonexempt

$30-$45/hour; based on experience

Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

Six Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Employer paid private FAMLI through Principal

401K with a discretionary match

$10,000 company-paid life insurance

Voluntary dental, vision, life, and Colonial supplemental insurance