Job Description

Overview

The Diesel Mechanic is responsible for the inspection, diagnosis, and repair of the Martin Marietta Ready-Mix fleet and mobile equipment, ensuring that all machinery is maintained to the highest safety and performance standards. The role focuses on maximizing equipment uptime and operational efficiency through preventative maintenance and corrective repairs.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize advanced computer diagnostic software and precision measuring tools to troubleshoot complex engines, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Diagnose and repair specialized Ready-Mix equipment, including hydraulic mixer drums, discharge chutes, and computerized batch-control sensors.
  • Conduct thorough inspections and repairs on truck air brake systems and steering/suspension components in accordance with DOT and company regulations.
  • Execute routine PM services (oil changes, filter replacements, greasing) on a fleet of Ready-Mix trucks and support equipment.
  • Clean, lubricate, and perform preventative maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
  • Troubleshoot and rewire electrical systems.
  • Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools as needed.
  • Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
  • Perform comprehensive pre-trip and post-trip inspections to identify potential wear or damage.
  • Monitor and replace wear items such as rollers, liners, and hoses to ensure the longevity of the mixer units.
  • Utilize welding (Stick/MIG) and cutting torches to repair truck frames, mixer drums, and plant-related stationary equipment.
  • Accurately complete work orders, parts requests, and maintenance logs via digital or manual tracking systems.
  • Assist in monitoring parts inventory and identifying required supplies to prevent maintenance delays.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment and assist in the disposal of hazardous materials.

Requirements

  • High school diploma, GED, or relevant experience, Trade School or appropriate Certifications.
  • Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in heavy equipment or on-highway truck maintenance.
  • Direct experience with Ready-Mix concrete trucks and their specialized hydraulic/mechanical components is a significant advantage.
  • General knowledge of heavy equipment operations, systems and components (engines, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic), repair methods, and common issues.
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations and compliance.
  • Familiarity with LOTO lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Mechanical and technical aptitude.
  • Effective communication skills (written and spoken).
  • Time management skills.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO
  • 401k
  • Pension
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability Options
  • Employee Life Insurance
  • Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
  • College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
  • Matching Gift Program
  • New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
401k
Pension
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability Options
Employee Life Insurance
Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
Matching Gift Program
New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

How this job compares in Litchfield, AZ

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Arizona currently run a median of $30/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $24–$35/hr across 97 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Litchfield, AZ

Litchfield, AZ is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across Arizona as a whole we're tracking 285 other active welding openings from 175 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across Arizona.

Martin Marietta currently has 1 other opening live in Arizona, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Arizona at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Welding Shop in Phoenix, AZ (9), Sundt Construction (8), and Comfort Systems USA Southwest (7). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Arizona, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Mesa at $38/hr, El Mirage at $38/hr, and Phoenix at $30/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG. MIG (GMAW) feeds a continuous wire electrode through a shielding-gas nozzle. It lays down metal fast and is forgiving on clean material, which is why it dominates production and light fabrication work.

Similar openings near Litchfield, AZ

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