Job Description

Overview

The Mechanic is responsible for performing maintenance, repair, and servicing of company equipment and vehicles as assigned by the Fleet Manager. This includes troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing scheduled maintenance, and ensuring all equipment is safe, reliable, and operational.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, drivetrains, brakes, suspensions, cooling systems, steering components, and electrical systems for both on-road and off-road equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and maintain diesel- and gasoline-powered machinery, including dump trucks, excavators, loaders, skid steers, graders, rollers, and similar equipment.
  • Utilize diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
  • Perform component rebuilds, lubrication, tire and wheel services, welding, and fabrication as needed to restore full equipment functionality.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of DOT regulations, safety standards, and manufacturer maintenance schedules for fleet and heavy equipment operations.
  • Follow all company safety protocols and procedures when performing maintenance and repairs.
  • Identify, report, and correct unsafe conditions or equipment hazards to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.
  • Repair and service vehicles and equipment as scheduled by the Fleet Manager.
  • Complete assigned daily work accurately, efficiently, and on time.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with company safety standards.
  • Use company tools and equipment responsibly and provide personal tools necessary for basic mechanical work.
  • Accurately record labor hours, materials used, and repairs performed on work orders.
  • Communicate effectively with drivers, equipment operators, staff, and vendors to ensure maintenance needs are met.
  • Assist the Fleet Manager with equipment evaluations, maintenance planning, and repair estimates.
  • Conduct test drives and operational checks to verify repair completion and functionality.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, including tune-ups, oil changes, tire services, and general mechanical repairs.
  • Ensure all work orders, logs, and reports are completed and submitted promptly at the end of each shift or repair.
  • Notify the Fleet Manager upon completion of repairs to coordinate scheduling and deployment of equipment.
  • Provide technical assistance and mentorship to other employees when required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management to support fleet and equipment operations.

Requirements

  • Current valid Driver’s License with clear MVR record.
  • Proficient in diagnosing, repairing, and servicing mechanical and electrical systems on trucks and heavy equipment.
  • Experienced in performing preventive maintenance and repair of vehicles, trucks, and heavy construction equipment.
  • Basic Mathematics skills.
  • Ability to recognize potential risks and dangers on the job site and react quickly and effectively according to safety standards.

Additional Information

  • Occasional travel requiring overnight stay may be required based on operational needs.
  • Flexible schedule to work nights and weekends.
  • Reliable transportation to the main office is required.

How this job compares in Atlanta, GA

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Atlanta, GA currently run a median of $31/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $27–$49/hr across 30 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 Atlanta, GA

We're tracking 95 other active welding openings in Atlanta, GA right now, from 75 different employers. 42 of them were added in the last week. Across Georgia as a whole we're tracking 407 other active welding openings from 254 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Atlanta, or widen the search to Georgia.

The most active employers in Georgia at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Marathon (10), Southern Industrial Constructors, Inc. (7), and Mullins Mechanical (6). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Georgia, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Forest Park at $39/hr, Marietta at $32/hr, and Atlanta at $31/hr. Atlanta is among them.

Similar openings near Atlanta, GA

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