Heavy Equipment Mechanic - The Contractor Consultants

Join Our Team as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic at Vandalia Rental!

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Company Name: Vandalia Rental

Salary: $26.00 - $35.00 

Full Job Description

To provide the best quality rental equipment to our customers is paramount to the success of Vandalia Rental. The Heavy Equipment Mechanics play a critical component to that success, and we need them. If you enjoy repairing things and have a love for heavy equipment, this may be the last career posting you need to read. Check us out!

Who we are: 

Vandalia Rental, a third-generation, family-owned construction equipment rental company, has been providing quality service to contractors and construction businesses since 1961. Named after its founding city in Ohio, Vandalia Rental has grown from a small family business into the premier equipment rental company in southwest Ohio. The company is committed to operational excellence, ensuring superior quality, service, and value for its customers. With multiple locations in Ohio, including Franklin and Cincinnati, Vandalia Rental serves a diverse range of rental accounts, from small businesses to large publicly traded corporations, government agencies, and municipalities.

• Perform all repairs and all levels of preventive maintenance and planned maintenance on equipment.
• Perform Pre-delivery Inspections on newly purchased equipment.
• Perform all electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and engine-related repairs on all equipment (equipment ranging from small hand-held pieces to 180' Boom Lifts and everything in between).
• Assist customers via telephone with troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Other related tasks as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or experience with similar diesel equipment (large generators & pumps) strongly preferred.
• Proficient with electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems (e.g., electrical troubleshooting & hydraulic system troubleshooting).
• Passion for working on construction, agricultural, and industrial type equipment.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record (CDL is a plus).
• Positive attitude and a desire to have fun!

• Must be able to lift 100 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time, often whole shifts.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, bend, grip, and grab as needed (all typical mechanic activities).
• Must be able to be around dust, grease, general shop odors, and other elements commonly found in construction and industrial workplaces.

• Health Insurance Options
• Retirement Plan Options
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Work Life Balance
• Company and Team Events
• Continued Training and Certifications
• Company Vehicle Mileage Reimbursement
• Company donation program to charity of your choice and paid volunteer time
• Tuition assistance
• Generous rental discounts
• Tool Allowance, up to $1,200 annually
• 401(k) with $1 for $1 company match up to 6% of your salary

• 10  hour shift
• Monday to Friday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Overtime available weekly

• Columbus, OH and surrounding areas