Field Mechanic

About Us

Discover your future at Forgen!

At Forgen, we are committed to building a strong team of amazing people. When you join our team, you open the door to unlimited growth potential and the support of professionals across the country who want to see you succeed. Today, we excel in complex geotechnical and environmental construction services that restore and strengthen our natural surroundings to protect people, communities, and the environment for generations to come. With employees supporting meaningful projects across the United States and Canada, our impact on future generations is only getting started. Whether you’re looking to jumpstart your career in the environmental construction industry or a seasoned professional looking to fill one of our open management positions, we invite you to discover your future with Forgen.

Location: Various Projects as Assigned

Employment Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

Manager Position: No

Reports To: Fleet Manager or designee

Summary of Functions

Diagnose and perform repairs and services on company owned and rental equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Embrace Forgen’s Core Values in all aspects of the job.
• Perform the roles and responsibilities for Field Mechanic as listed on the Accountability Chart.
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Perform preventative maintenance on company owned and rental fleet.
• Repair and troubleshoot engines, fuel systems, final drives, hydraulic components, including pumps, motors, valves, and all related components, electrical and air systems.
• Write service reports that accurately document activities.
• Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and timecards in an accurate and timely manner.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.
• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure safe quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
• Communicate with equipment manager and field managers in a manner which promotes a positive relationship.
• Work overtime as needed and within labor law guidelines.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.

Experience/Education

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Five plus years of Heavy Equipment Mechanic experience.
• Valid Driver’s License (Class A or Class B, with Air Brake endorsement) and ability to drive on behalf of company business.
• The following safety training is preferred, but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training, as necessary.
  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER training.
  • Competent Person Safety Training
  • 8-Hour Supervisory Training
  • 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
  • First Aid and CPR

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Preferred knowledge on the following topics:
  • Knowledge of basic diesel technology, electronics, transmissions, and hydraulics.
• Ability to maintain a tool inventory sufficient to perform assigned tasks.
• Must be able to weld, including fabrication and hard facing.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel to regional job sites, as needed.
• Ability to become Forklift and Boom Lift certified.
• Math and Measurement Skills: Tape measure, Scale, Calipers, Fillet weld gauge.
• Ability to embrace a culture of safety.
• Experience working in an environment which demands outstanding safety performance a plus.
• Operate heavy power-driven equipment.
• Ability to perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods in unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to understand field survey markers.
• Ability to work on slopes and uneven surfaces.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Work extended hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives.