Diesel Mechanic – Heavy Equipment & Crane Maintenance

About the role

Join Barnhart’s national team to maintain and repair a variety of cranes and heavy‑equipment assets. The position blends shop work with field assignments, offering hands‑on problem solving and exposure to advanced diagnostics.

Key responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on cranes, diesel engines, booms, brakes, tires, and hydraulic components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, including advanced electronics and schematics.
• Use IFS systems, tablets, and crane‑specific software to log work and track repairs.
• Support both shop and field operations, including occasional rigging and crane‑operation assistance.

Required profile

• 3–4+ years of experience with cranes, diesel engines, or heavy equipment.
• Strong ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues independently and within a team.
• Willingness to work day/night shifts, weekends, holidays and occasional travel.

Required skills

• Mechanical diagnostics and repair of diesel engines and heavy‑equipment components.
• Hydraulic system troubleshooting and repair.
• Electrical and electronic diagnostics, including reading schematics.
• Experience with IFS systems, tablets, and crane‑specific software.

What we offer

• Competitive pay with a weekly pay schedule.
• Permanent full‑time position with 401(k) match up to 10%.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits after 90 days.
• Paid time off, family care programs, and community service opportunities.
• Mix of shop stability and field experience with long‑term growth potential.