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Job Description: Field Service Mechanic – Heavy Equipment

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $36-40hr + $7,500 sign-on bonus!

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and self-motivated Field Service Mechanic to join our team and provide on-site maintenance and repair services for heavy equipment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys troubleshooting complex machinery, and values customer satisfaction. You’ll be working independently in the field, diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and ensuring equipment is operating at peak performance.

Key Responsibilities

+ Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and cranes.

+ Perform routine maintenance and inspections to prevent equipment failures and ensure compliance with safety standards.

+ Travel to customer sites to provide timely and efficient service, often in challenging environments.

+ Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and documentation using digital tools or service software.

+ Communicate effectively with customers and internal teams to report findings, recommend solutions, and ensure satisfaction.

+ Operate service vehicles and maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.

+ Adhere to company safety policies and OSHA regulations at all times.

Compensation and Benefits

+ Hourly pay: $36–$40, based on experience and qualifications

+ $7,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment

+ Competitive overtime opportunities

+ Company service vehicle and tools

+ Health, dental, and vision insurance

+ 401(k) with company match

+ Paid time off and holidays

+ Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

+ High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in diesel technology or related field preferred

+ Minimum 3 years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair

+ Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and diagnostic tools

+ Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints

+ Valid driver’s license with clean driving record; CDL preferred

+ Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

+ Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $72800.00/yr.

401k, health, dental, vision, PTO

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2025.

About 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.