Equipment Engineer jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as an Equipment Traveling Mechanic can change yours.

As an Equipment Traveling Mechanic, your key responsibility will be to maintain service operations by inspecting and repairing defective electrical, electronic, mechanical, and/or hydraulic components on vehicles and heavy construction equipment. The anticipated salary range is $38.50 - $50.00 per hour This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. 

Why Michels?

• We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
• We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401 (k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your position and location you may participate in a different benefit plan. 

Why you?

• You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
• You have a strong attention to detail
• You enjoy working independently

What it takes:

• 3 years of related experience
• Welding and fabrication experience
• Experience with DOT inspections, hydraulics, drive train, controls, and electronic diagnostics 
• Basic computer proficiency
• A valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record
• Commercial Driver’s License and Federal Medical Card
• Hazmat endorsement (desired)
• Travel

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability