Remote Field Mechanic (Rail / Heavy Equipment)

Job Overview

We're seeking a Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic who will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repair on GSI’s fleet of equipment that consists of rock drills, skid steers, lifts, concrete pumps, some proprietary equipment, and other types of heavy construction equipment. 

Working for GSI, there is no typical day. One day you may be driving 4 hours to a job to do a preventative maintenance on a unit and the next day you may be on a plane for an emergency repair. This is a traveling position and requires a lot of flexibility. Typical work rotation is 10 days on with 4 days off.

Company Overview:

GeoStabilization International® (GSI) develops and installs innovative solutions that protect people and infrastructure from the dangers of geohazards. We specialize in emergency landslide repairs, rockfall mitigation, and grouting, using cutting edge design/build and design/build/warranty contracting. GeoStabilization International is the leading geohazard mitigation and bridge rehabilitation firm operating throughout the United States, Canada, and Australasia. Our expertise, proprietary tools, and worldwide partnerships allow us to repair virtually any slope stability or foundation problem in any geologic setting.

Our shop is in Williamstown Kentucky, but we are considering candidates anywhere in the continental US who lives under sixty minutes away from a major airport. 

• Perform preventative maintenance and repair on GSI’s fleet of equipment that involves rock drills, skid steers, lifts, concrete pumps, some proprietary equipment, and other type of heavy construction equipment.
• Work on our proprietary RailJet technology.  

Basic Qualifications

• Valid Driver's license required
• Experience in repairing and maintaining heavy equipment
• The ability to travel up to 100% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy construction equipment and repair experience
• Experience working on railway equipment
• 5+ years of hydraulics and electrical troubleshooting experience
• CDL Driver's license strongly preferred
• Licensing/certification as a mechanic

Compensation: $25/hr to $35/hr. In 2023, individuals in this role made the equivalent of $52/hr

GeoStabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.