Diesel Mechanic
Company: Jamison Construction Solutions, Inc.
Location: Fairfield, Ohio
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Equipment / Shop - Operations
Position Summary
Jamison Construction Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to oversee the maintenance, repair, organization, and readiness of our fleet, equipment, tools, and shop operations.
This position is responsible for keeping JCS equipment safe, reliable, clean, and job-ready. The ideal candidate is a hands-on diesel mechanic with strong leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills. This role requires someone who can both perform mechanical work and manage the daily priorities of a construction shop.
This position plays a critical role in supporting field operations by reducing downtime, coordinating repairs, maintaining equipment records, and making sure crews have the equipment and tools needed to perform work safely and efficiently.
Key ResponsibilitiesEquipment Maintenance & Repair
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel trucks, trailers, paving equipment, excavation equipment, small engines, and support vehicles.
- Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, oil changes, fluid checks, filter changes, greasing, and routine service.
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, brake, engine, transmission, and fuel system issues.
- Repair and maintain skid steers, rollers, pavers, milling equipment, excavators, service trucks, trailers, compressors, saws, compactors, and other construction equipment.
- Coordinate outside repairs with vendors, dealerships, and specialty repair shops when needed.
- Respond to field breakdowns and provide mobile repairs when practical.
- Maintain equipment in safe operating condition and identify issues before they cause downtime.
Shop
- Manage the daily organization, cleanliness, safety, and efficiency of the shop.
- Prioritize repair requests based on operational needs and equipment availability.
- Track equipment status, open repairs, completed repairs, and upcoming maintenance needs.
- Communicate clearly with ownership, foremen, and crews regarding equipment readiness and repair timelines.
- Ensure tools, parts, fluids, filters, supplies, and shop inventory are properly stocked and organized.
- Maintain an orderly system for parts, tires, attachments, tools, and commonly used supplies.
- Keep the yard, shop, and equipment storage areas clean, organized, and professional.
Fleet & Equipment Readiness
- Make sure trucks, trailers, machines, and tools are ready for daily field operations.
- Assist with morning equipment preparation and end-of-day equipment returns as needed.
- Inspect equipment returning from jobs and identify damage, maintenance needs, or missing items.
- Help manage equipment assignments, attachments, and job-specific tool needs.
- Support DOT compliance by helping maintain trucks and trailers in safe, compliant condition.
- Monitor wear items such as tires, cutting edges, teeth, hoses, tracks, batteries, lights, and brakes.
Records, Compliance & Preventive Maintenance
- Maintain accurate service records, repair logs, inspection reports, and preventive maintenance schedules.
- Track equipment hours, mileage, service intervals, and recurring mechanical issues.
- Assist with annual inspections, registrations, DOT-related documentation, and equipment compliance.
- Report major repair needs, safety concerns, and cost issues to management.
- Help develop and improve systems for shop workflow, maintenance tracking, and equipment accountability.
Leadership & Team Support
- Lead by example through strong work ethic, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Communicate professionally with field employees, managers, vendors, and ownership.
- Help train employees on proper equipment care, daily checks, fueling, greasing, and safe operation.
- Hold team members accountable for returning tools and equipment in proper condition.
- Support the overall success of JCS by maintaining a dependable, efficient, and well-managed fleet.
Required Qualifications
- Experience as a diesel mechanic, heavy equipment mechanic, fleet mechanic, or similar role.
- Strong mechanical knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brakes, trailers, and construction equipment.
- Ability to diagnose mechanical issues and complete repairs efficiently.
- Ability to manage multiple repair priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to operate trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment safely.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of the shop and fleet.
- Ability to lift, bend, climb, kneel, work outdoors, and perform physical mechanical work.
- Commitment to safety, reliability, and professional standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with asphalt paving, excavation, construction, trucking, or fleet maintenance preferred.
- Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
- Experience maintaining pavers, rollers, skid steers, excavators, dump trucks, trailers, and small construction equipment preferred.
- Experience using maintenance tracking software or digital service records preferred.
- ASE, diesel, heavy equipment, or manufacturer certifications are a plus.
Desired Traits
The right candidate will be:
- Mechanically skilled and hands-on.
- Highly organized and dependable.
- Proactive instead of reactive.
- Calm under pressure.
- Serious about safety and equipment care.
- Comfortable managing people, vendors, parts, repairs, and priorities.
- Willing to take ownership of the shop as if it were their own.
- Focused on keeping crews productive and equipment reliable.
Work Environment
This position is based primarily at the JCS shop and yard, with occasional field service work at job sites. The role includes work around heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, tools, chemicals, oils, fuels, moving parts, outdoor weather conditions, and active construction operations.
Schedule
This is a full-time position. Hours may vary during the construction season based on workload, equipment needs, and field operations. Some early mornings, evenings, or occasional weekend work may be required during peak season or urgent repair situations.
Compensation & BenefitsJCS offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, mechanical ability, leadership capability, and overall fit for the position.
- Bonus eligible
- Phone allowance
- Boots & Pants allowance
- JCS branded gear provided
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Retirement: 401(k) with 401(k) JCS Matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance (JCS pays 75% of insurance premium costs for employees)
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Education and Training
- Opportunity for advancement within a growing company
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities.To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.
About Jamison Construction Solutions
Jamison Construction Solutions, Inc. is a leader in commercial paving construction and services located in Fairfield, Ohio. JCS provides pavement and excavation solutions to owners of commercial real estate, property managers, and general contractors - throughout the Ohio/Kentucky/Indiana tristate region. Embracing our people-first culture and our core IDEAL characteristics - integrity, dedication, expertise, adaptability, leadership - we achieve the highest standards of safety, customer satisfaction, and ethical conduct. We have invested heavily in state-of-the art equipment and technology, and offer in-house training to help our employees grow and advance. JCS is a 100% locally owned & operated commercial paving contractor. Established in 2011, JCS has consistently demonstrated its unwavering commitment to employees and customers which has led JCS to become one of the most trusted and reliable commercial contractors in the region. Learn more at
jcsolutionsinc.com
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief summary of your experience.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. JCS promotes a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries.
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
