Heavy Duty Field Mechanic

Forbes Bros Ltd.

$83K — $104K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years maintaining heavy equipment, commercial trucks, or construction equipment
  • Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic skills
  • Experience with mixed fleets
  • Journeyman certification or equivalent preferred
  • Familiarity with bucket trucks, digger derricks, or utility equipment
  • Positive attitude and a collaborative mindset

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine issues
  • Complete preventative maintenance and inspections
  • Troubleshoot equipment in shop and field settings
  • Perform quality repairs that minimize downtime
  • Utilize diagnostic software and manufacturer information
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders
  • Collaborate with operations to ensure equipment availability
  • Ensure a clean, organized, and safe workplace

Benefits

  • Consistent, year-round work with overtime opportunities
  • Company-provided service truck, tooling, laptop, and diagnostic equipment
  • Access to a modern, well-maintained fleet
  • Diversity in work tasks with no repetitive repairs
  • Supportive leadership with a strong safety culture
  • Opportunities for training, career development, and advancement
Full Job Description
Join a Team That Keeps the Power On

At FB Titan, our mechanics do more than repair equipment-they keep major utility and infrastructure/Civil projects moving across New Mexico. We're looking for experienced mechanics who take pride in their work, enjoy solving problems, and want to be part of a team that values safety, quality, and reliability.

Whether you're working in the shop or out in the field, you'll have the tools, equipment, and support you need to succeed.

Why You'll Love Working Here
  • Competitive pay: $40.00-$50.00 per hour (based on experience)
  • Consistent, year-round work with overtime opportunities
  • Company-provided service truck (for field positions), tooling, laptop/tablet, and diagnostic equipment
  • Modern, well-maintained fleet
  • Diverse work-you won't be doing the same repair every day
  • Supportive leadership that trusts you to do your job
  • Safe work environment with a strong safety culture
  • Opportunities for training, career development, and advancement

What You'll Be Working On

Our fleet includes a wide variety of equipment, including:
  • Bucket trucks and aerial devices
  • Digger derricks
  • Directional Drills
  • Pickup trucks and service trucks
  • Heavy equipment
  • Equipment and utility trailers
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Diesel engines
  • Construction and utility support equipment

No two days are the same.

What You'll Do

As a Heavy Duty Mechanic, you'll be responsible for keeping our fleet operating safely and reliably by:
  • Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine issues
  • Completing preventative maintenance and inspections
  • Troubleshooting equipment in both shop and field environments
  • Performing quality repairs that minimize repeat failures and downtime
  • Using diagnostic software, service manuals, and manufacturer information
  • Maintaining accurate maintenance records and work orders
  • Working closely with operations to keep equipment available for crews
  • Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment

What We're Looking For

We're looking for mechanics who enjoy troubleshooting and take pride in fixing equipment right the first time.

Ideally, you'll have:
  • 4+ years of experience maintaining heavy equipment, commercial trucks, or construction equipment
  • Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic skills
  • Experience working on mixed fleets
  • Journeyman certification or equivalent trade qualification (preferred)
  • Experience with bucket trucks, digger derricks, utility equipment, or aerial devices is an asset
  • A positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed

You'll Be Successful If You...
  • Enjoy solving difficult mechanical problems
  • Can work independently with minimal supervision
  • Take pride in quality workmanship
  • Communicate well with teammates and operators
  • Stay calm under pressure and enjoy keeping equipment moving
  • Put safety first every day

Build Your Career With Us

We're investing in our fleet, our people, and the future of our business. If you're looking for a place where your experience is valued, your ideas are heard, and your work makes a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that keeps critical infrastructure projects running.

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