×
Register Here to Apply for Jobs or Post Jobs. X

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job in Petoskey, Emmet County, Michigan, 49770, USA
Listing for: Drost Landscape, Inc
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-13
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 - 70000 USD Yearly USD 50000.00 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
##
** Work With The Best
** We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide.  Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects.  

Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network.  The opportunities are endless.
** Job Overview
** The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing the company's fleet of trucks, trailers, diesel engines, and landscape equipment. This role ensure that all vehicles and machinery are safe, reliable, and operating at peak performance to support field operations across all service lines.
** Responsibilities and Duties
*** Perform routine and preventative maintenance on diesel trucks, trailers, skid steers, loaders, excavators, tree service equipment, and small engines
* Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and emissions-related issues using diagnostic tools and testing equipment
* Complete repairs including engine work, brake systems, suspension, and hydraulics as needed
* Conduct safety inspections and DOT-compliant checks on fleet vehicles; document findings and repairs as needed
* Maintain accurate records of work performed, parts used, and equipment condition in the fleet management system(s)
* Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns in the shop and occasionally in the field
* Recommend improvements to maintenance processes, schedules, and equipment life cycles
* Keep the shop clean, safe, and organized; follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements
* Assist with parts ordering, inventory management, and vendor coordination as needed
* Support seasonal equipment prep, including spring commissioning and winterization
* Other duties as assigned
** Job Requirements
*** High School Diploma or GED
* 2+ years as a mechanic at the journeyman level in the power equipment industry
* Strong working knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and equipment diagnostics
* Ability to read technical manuals and schematics
* Valid drivers license; CDL Class A, preferred
* Own basic tools needed to perform repairs
* Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
** The Perks
*** 401(k) plan with company match
* Medical insurance
* Dental insurance
* Vision insurance
* FSA/HSA
* Perk Spot* Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
* Paid time Off
* Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Employers can only E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.A part of the U.S. Immigration laws protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

If you have the skills, experience, and legal right to work, your citizenship or immigration status shouldn’t get in the way.
* Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.
* Founded in 1991 by Bob Drost, Drost Landscape has grown from a team of five to over 100, with services ranging from landscape design and construction to ongoing maintenance, tree services, snow removal, and lawn care. Over the years, Drost Landscape has set itself apart as a leader in Northern Michigan, garnering numerous awards from the Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association and serving thousands of satisfied clients.

Drost also has a strong focus on community support and team development, partnering with local organizations and schools and providing opportunities for team members to learn new things and grow their skills.### Get In Touch Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
 
 
 
Search for further Jobs Here:
(Try combinations for better Results! Or enter less keywords for broader Results)
Location
Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)

Job Posting Language
Employment Category
Education (minimum level)
Filters
Education Level
Experience Level (years)
Posted in last:
Salary