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Peckham Industries lists this Heavy Equipment Mechanic opportunity in West Granby, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Peckham Industries
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
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Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Date Posted:
10/16/2026
Location:
Westfield , MA
Job Category:
General Applicant
Salary Interval:
Full Time
Pay Range:
$47.24 - $47.24
Application Instructions
About Us:
Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our family by choice ( ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the companys construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.
Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.
Position Description
Job Summary:
The ideal candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of heavy construction equipment and machinery. You will play a key role in ensuring the equipment operates efficiently, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safety standards are met.
Essential Functions:
* Results matter. Inspect and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems of heavy equipment including asphalt pavers, rollers, milling machines, and other related machinery.
* Committed to serve. Perform regular preventative maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on various types of heavy machinery and vehicles.
* Ownership and caring. Proficient with diagnostic tools and basic computer skills to identify fault codes. Identify faulty components and replace worn-out or damaged parts (engine parts, transmissions, hydraulic components, etc.).
* Test equipment after repairs to ensure proper functionality and safety standards are met.
* Measurement. Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and services performed, along with inventory management for parts and tools.
* Safety always wins. Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and company policies.
* Respect and engage. Work closely with other team members and management to prioritize and complete work efficiently.
* Assist in training and mentoring junior mechanics as needed.
* Protect family and friends. Respond to emergency breakdowns or equipment failures on-site in a timely manner.
Position Requirements
Requirements, Education and Experience:
* 2 - 5 years of experience in the service repair industry. Auto/Heavy Truck and Equipment.
* Valid drivers license.
* Knowledge of gas and diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
* Flexibility to meet the companys needs.
* Legal right to work in the U.S.
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Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 50 lb. or more. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time as well as lifting, pulling, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, walking, reaching, driving, and repetitive motion. On occasion the job will require going out in the field and various plants and quarries.
Travel:
Travel may be required for this position to service equipment at other plants.
Values:
At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth and we believe will pave the way for future success.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact
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