Shop Mechanic

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Shop Mechanic can change yours. 

A Shop Mechanic is responsible for performing advanced tasks in inspecting, repairing, and maintaining vehicles and construction equipment. Lead electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment. Critical for success is the ability to work independently and on a team, communicate effectively, be detail oriented, and problem solve.

Why Michels?

• We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
• We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan.15 to 25 days of paid time off and 8 paid holidays annually. 

Why you?

• You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
• You enjoy keeping up-to-date on your mechanical knowledge and aptitude in regards to the ongoing development of new engines and equipment
• You take joy in taking on a project with your detective-like skills of troubleshooting and identifying viable solutions

What it takes:

• 5+ years of experience working on pickup trucks (Ford preferred), heavy trucks, construction or utility related equipment, and trailers
• Welding experience
• Aerial experience
• Experience with DOT Inspections
• Basic computer proficiency
• Able to provide own basic hand tools
• A valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record
• Diesel Mechanic Program completion and/or Master ASE Credits (desired)
• CDL Class A and valid Federal Medical Card (desired)