Equipment Mechanic / Tree Service

MLM Tree Service

Portage, MI

Pay: $17-$26/hr

Shift: parttime, fulltime

**Job Summary**

As an Equipment Mechanic / Tree Service helper, you’ll keep the vehicles and equipment that support tree-service operations safe, reliable, and ready for the field. You’ll inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment, trucks, and related machinery, using mechanical and electrical skills to resolve issues and minimize downtime. Your impact: Reliable equipment helps crews complete tree-service work safely and serve customers effectively.

**Duties**

• Perform equipment maintenance and repair on construction machinery, farm machinery, industrial equipment, and vehicles, including Caterpillar equipment, excavators, cranes, forklifts, and tractors-trailers.
• Diagnose diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, HVAC, transmissions, suspension, brakes, and alignment issues using schematics and equipment troubleshooting methods.
• Complete diesel engine repair, brake repair, tire service, vehicle maintenance, and construction equipment servicing.
• Use hand and power tools for assembly, fabrication, welding, soldering, and heavy equipment repairs; operate heavy equipment as needed.
• Follow original equipment manufacturer (OEM) guidance, document maintenance, and communicate repair needs with crews and customers.

**Requirements**

• Mechanical knowledge and mechanic, diesel mechanic, heavy equipment mechanic, or service technician experience; dealership experience is a plus.
• Experience with construction machinery maintenance, equipment repair, automotive repair or diagnostics, electrical diagnostics, and diesel engine diagnostics.
• Familiarity with air brakes, hydraulics, transmissions, suspension, alignment, HVAC, and electrical systems.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and schematics; welding, fabrication, soldering, and assembly skills are valued.
• Able to perform heavy lifting and provide clear, customer-focused service.

Pay: $17.00 - $26.00 per hour

Work Location: In person