Traveling Heavy Equipment Mechanic

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about! 

DCS is hiring an experienced Traveling/ Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic to perform field repairs and preventative maintenance on diesel and gas-powered vehicles and equipment. This position requires 100% travel in a company service truck, supporting operations across TX, LA, and surrounding states.

This role is ideal for a highly self-motivated mechanic who can work independently most of the time, manage their own workload, and oversee equipment across approximately four states.

Responsibilities

• Travel full-time to job sites and perform on-site diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance
• Prioritize and complete urgent repairs independently
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel and gasoline vehicles and heavy equipment
• Perform major component and system repairs (engine, electrical, hydraulics, brakes, steering, drivetrain, etc.)
• Conduct test drives and ensure compliance with safety and emissions standards
• Respond to emergency breakdowns in the field
• Assist with fabrication and new equipment builds as needed
• Maintain service truck tools, inventory, and a clean, safe work environment

• High School Diploma or equivalent (technical training preferred)
• 21+ years old
• A valid driver’s license and 5 years of clean driving record 
• Ability to travel 100% of the time (lodging & per diem provided)
• Proven mechanical experience (diesel & gas engines)
• 2+ years’ welding/fabrication experience
• Experience with mowers, skid steers, tractors, and heavy equipment
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) 
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career Development
• Employee referral program

Pay rate: $32-35/hour depending on experience.

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family, today! 

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.