Garage Mechanic

BHE Renewables

Salary undisclosed

Waterloo, IA, United StatesFull-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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Description

Performs all work in a safe manner. Complies with all applicable safety rules, regulations and procedures. Performs all work they are qualified and trained to do in a manner to protect themselves, their fellow employees and the public from injury. Diagnoses, maintains and repairs all motorized and non-motorized equipment and components. Diagnoses, dismantles, inspects, overhauls (minor or major) mechanical or hydraulic systems on booms, derricks, diggers, bucket trucks, cranes, etc. Makes repairs to pumps, cylinders, valves, pulleys, levers and controls, lines, hoses, cables, drive assemblies and hydraulic winches. Maintains and repairs motorized and non-motorized special equipment such as small engines, portable and stationary generators, hydraulic, pneumatic and electric tools, winches and gear boxes and add-on components such as spot lights, rotary lights, etc. Performs housekeeping tasks. Drives vehicles and equipment to and from designated locations as necessary in performance of regular duties, including maintenance service calls; operates associated devices. Picks up and delivers vehicles, equipment, parts and supplies associated with garage work. Diagnoses and repairs vehicles and equipment in the field. Performs preventive maintenance on all equipment and components. Keeps records of labor and parts and vehicle data as prescribed. Lays out and fabricates steel, sheet metal, aluminum and fiberglass by welding, mechanical and chemical means. Sands and masks body, paints vehicles and equipment. Leads, trains and instructs employees in their work.

Qualifications

High school diploma and certified driver's license required at time of or within six months of hire. Highway alcohol and drug testing. Must be a journeyman mechanic. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.

About this role

BHE Renewables is seeking a journeyman mechanic to maintain and repair the heavy equipment that supports its wind generation operations across the Midwest. Based in Waterloo, Iowa, you'd diagnose and service motorized equipment ranging from small engines and generators to large hydraulic systems on cranes, bucket trucks, and derricks. The role extends beyond standard repairs—you'd also handle fabrication work including welding and sheet metal work, perform preventive maintenance, manage field service calls, and keep detailed records of labor and parts.

This is a hands-on position that requires both technical depth and versatility. You'll need journeyman-level certification, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license (required within six months of hire if not at start). The work includes leading and training other employees, so some supervisory capability is expected. You should be comfortable working in a garage setting, driving equipment to job sites, and meeting safety compliance standards including highway alcohol and drug testing.

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