Mechanics Division - Highway North Barn - Mechanic Helper
🚜 Mechanic Helper – Start Your Career in Heavy Equipment Maintenance!
📍 Location: Highway North Barn – 2234 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne, IN
🕒 Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (40 hours/week + overtime as needed)
ABOUT THE JOB
Are you ready to kickstart your career working on heavy machinery and diesel equipment? Our Mechanic Helper position is a hands-on opportunity to learn the ins and outs of maintaining and repairing the equipment that keeps our roads running—dump trucks, loaders, excavators, and more.
This is a great chance to work alongside experienced diesel mechanics, gain real-world experience, and build a future in heavy equipment maintenance.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB
âś… Work on Big Machines: Dump trucks, plows, loaders, and heavy-duty diesel equipment
âś… $1,200 Tool Allowance: Upgrade your toolbox every year!
âś… Hands-On Work: If you like working with tools and getting things done, this is the job for you.
âś… Job Stability & Growth: Solid career path in heavy equipment mechanics.
âś… Team Atmosphere: Work with a skilled, supportive crew who value safety and teamwork.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
🔹 Assist Mechanics with repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty diesel equipment.
🔹 Help with service calls for disabled machinery in the field.
🔹 Transport equipment and parts to job sites.
🔹 Pick up parts and deliver mail between Highway Department locations.
🔹 Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment.
🔹 Keep records of repairs and service work.
🔹 Work with hydraulics, air brakes, ABS systems, and wiring repairs.
WHAT YOU NEED
âś” Education: High school diploma or GED
âś” Experience: At least one year in diesel engine repair, maintenance, or a related field
✔ Basic Tools: Bring your own set—upgrade with our $1,200 yearly allowance
âś” Skills: Knowledge of hydraulics, air brakes, electrical systems, and safety procedures
âś” Bonus Points: Experience operating forklifts, Bobcats, welding, or soldering
READY TO JOIN THE TEAM?
If you’re ready to get your hands dirty, learn new skills, and build a career in heavy equipment mechanics, apply today!
Questions? Reach out—we’d love to chat about how you can be a part of our team!
Please complete the application accurately and thoroughly. A resume is optional. Remember to save and submit your application. If applying for multiple positions, submit a separate application for each one. You'll receive an email confirmation once your application is received. Due to the high volume of applications, further communication will only occur if you're selected for an interview.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, and veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance with State and Federal Law.
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Min Hiring Rate $20.56
- Highway - Mechanics Division - Highway North Barn, 2234 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America