Elgin TX-Heavy Earth Moving Equipment Mechanic
Compensation
The Role
Senior Heavy Equipment Field Technician / Lead Mechanic
Location: Elgin, Texas — 2016 FM 969
Compensation: $35–$50+ per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, day shift
Benefits: Company service truck, health insurance, and retirement benefits
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Heavy Equipment Field Technician / Lead Mechanic to support a privately operated sand and gravel quarry in the Elgin, Texas area.
This is an opportunity for a skilled diesel mechanic who takes pride in diagnosing difficult mechanical problems, performing quality field repairs, and keeping heavy equipment productive. The successful candidate will have the experience and judgment to work independently and take ownership of equipment reliability.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel-powered heavy equipment, including excavators, wheel loaders, articulated haul trucks, dozers, graders, and support equipment.
- Perform field repairs and respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
- Diagnose and repair hydraulic, electrical, engine, transmission, drivetrain, braking, and cooling systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance inspections and identify problems before they lead to costly failures.
- Maintain accurate service records and communicate repair priorities and equipment condition.
- Assist with planning repairs, identifying parts requirements, and prioritizing maintenance work.
- Perform welding and fabrication as needed.
- Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
Qualifications
- Significant hands-on experience repairing diesel-powered heavy equipment.
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, including hydraulic and electrical systems.
- Ability to work independently in a field-service environment.
- Experience with construction equipment, quarry equipment, mining equipment, or heavy fleet maintenance preferred.
- Ability to use service manuals, diagnostic tools, and standard shop equipment.
- Valid Texas Class C driver's license.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform the physical requirements of the position.
- Commitment to safe work practices and quality repairs.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay starting at $45 per hour, with additional compensation available for exceptional experience.
- Consistent Monday–Friday day-shift schedule.
- Company service truck for field repairs.
- Health insurance and retirement benefits.
- An opportunity to take ownership of equipment maintenance and make a direct impact on quarry production.
How to Apply
Please email your resume or a summary of your relevant work history, including the types of equipment you have repaired and your diagnostic experience.
You may also call 512-212-1660 to discuss the opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Estimated- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Tool allowance
