Mechanic - Diesel and Heavy Equipment at Express Employment

Located in Fordville, ND

Salary: $28.00-$36.00

Mechanic - Diesel & Heavy Equipment
Location: Forest River, ND
Pay: $28-$36/hour
Schedule: Full-time, M-F (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM) with flexible hours; additional hours as needed

Express Employment Professionals has partnered with a growing transportation and construction company to find an experienced Mechanic. This role is perfect for someone with diesel and heavy equipment expertise who wants to keep critical machinery running safely and efficiently.

What You'll Do:

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel trucks, construction equipment, and tractor-trailers, including brakes, engines, fuel systems, hydraulics, and alternators.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Operate hand and power tools, welding and soldering equipment, and diagnostic machinery.
• Maintain detailed service records and communicate maintenance needs with supervisors and operators.
• Order and maintain inventory of parts, fabricate replacement components as needed, and ensure all repairs meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Travel as required (up to 50%) to support field operations.

What You'll Need:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2-3 years of experience as a diesel mechanic or heavy equipment mechanic.
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Strong mechanical knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, braking systems, welding, and electrical diagnostics.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex machinery independently.
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to work a physically demanding role in varying environments.

Why This Job Rocks:

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime.
• Variety of work across heavy equipment, diesel trucks, and construction machinery.
• Hands-on role where your skills directly impact safety and project efficiency.
• Travel and on-the-job variety to keep the workday interesting.
• Opportunity to grow your expertise and expand your mechanical skill set.

Physical & Environmental Demands:

• Standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), climbing ladders, bending, and working in cramped or elevated spaces.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, grease, oil, extreme temperatures, and moving machinery.
• Requires dexterity, coordination, and the ability to work in physically demanding conditions.

Ready to take your mechanical skills to the next level? Apply now through Express Employment Professionals to join a team that values expertise, safety, and hands-on problem solving.

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Express Office: Grand Forks

3325 South Washington Street

Grand Forks, ND 58201