Off-Road Equipment Technician **BARD Materials** 1 Positions ID: 62954 Posted On 03/04/2025 **Job Overview** BARD Materials has a unique opportunity for an Off-Road Equipment Technician to join our highly skilled maintenance team! **Job Summary:** The Off-Road Equipment Technician/Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various heavy off-road construction and material-handling equipment, including loaders, excavators, and aggregate production equipment. This role ensures that equipment remains in optimal condition to support our operations efficiently. **Who you are:** + **Be Humble** – You’re a team player, always willing to help where needed, focusing on **what is right, not who is right** . + **Build and Maintain Relationships** – You communicate **honestly and respectfully** , fostering trust and teamwork in everything you do. + **Choose to be Positive and Resilient** – Challenges don’t shake you—you **take ownership, find solutions, and keep moving forward** . + **Always Learn, Do, and Improve** – You stay **curious and proactive** , always looking for ways to improve your **skills and equipment performance** . + **Own Safety** – Safety is **a mindset** , and you take responsibility for making sure work is done **safely and correctly** every time. + **Commit to Quality** – You take **pride in your work** , ensuring repairs and maintenance are done **right the first time** . + **Focus on the Customer** – You seek to understand expectations to keep **equipment running efficiently** , knowing it’s critical to everyone's success. + **Act as One BARD** – You take **ownership and accountability** , working together with the team to be part of the solution. **Responsibilities:** + Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on off-road equipment, including hydraulic systems, engines, and electrical components. + Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues to ensure minimal downtime. + Conduct preventative maintenance to extend equipment life and improve performance. + Operate diagnostic tools to identify issues and implement effective solutions. + Maintain accurate service records and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations. + Manage processes to locate and order necessary parts efficiently + Collaborate with operations teams to schedule repairs and minimize disruptions. + Keep a clean and organized work environment while adhering to BARD safety standards. + Provide technical expertise and support to other team members when needed. **Education and Experience:** + High school diploma or GED required; **Technical degree or certification** in Diesel Mechanics, Heavy Equipment Repair, or related field preferred. + **3+ years of experience** in off-road equipment maintenance and repair. + Proficiency in hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine diagnostics and repairs. + Ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and blueprints. + Must be able to manage time appropriately and be proactive in addressing equipment maintenance and repairs + Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with diagnostic software/tools. + Welding and fabrication skills are a plus. **Alignment with BARD's Core Values:** Be Humble Build and Maintain Relationships Choose to be Positive and Resilient Always, Learn, Do, and Improve Own Safety Commit to Quality Focus on the Customer Act as One BARD Primary Contact 13233 Jessica Kemp Leadership Dev. & Employee Resources Director, Admin Phone Phone Phone Fax careers@bardmaterials.com Email True False True **Job Details** Categories Construction/Skilled Trades Maintenance/Repair Mechanic Skilled Labor Trades Technical Location Dubuque, IA Shift First Shift Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Plan PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement **Qualifications** Education Some College Experience 2-5 Years Company ID 904 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250304 End Date 20250601 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Insulation Technician – Entry Level!! 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Being family owned since 1946 and operating in small towns, BARD Material's integrity is rooted in small town values. While the company has grown and evolved over the course of its history, the people of BARD Materials have always been committed to “Transforming Materials Responsibly to Build Better Lives, Communities, and Country” – a commitment that remains to this day.