Wanted : Diesel Mechanic

Trade traffic for trails—and find work you can take pride in.

Charps is looking for an experienced Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team at our Clearbrook shop in northern Minnesota.

If you are ready for more room to work, a straightforward team and a community where the outdoors is never far away, this could be the opportunity—and the change of pace—you have been looking for.

At Charps, we believe in showing up prepared, taking ownership and doing the job right. As our Mechanic, you will play an important role in keeping the trucks, trailers and equipment our crews depend on safe, reliable and ready to work.

What You’ll Do:

Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain and repair a variety of trucks, trailers and heavy equipment
Work with electrical systems, air brake systems, hydraulics and air compressors
Maintain and repair Tier 3 and Tier 4 diesel engines
Perform DOT inspections
Complete welding and fabrication work as needed
Maintain accurate service and repair records
Help identify equipment issues before they become larger problems
Support field operations when periodic travel is required

What We’re Looking For:

Previous experience maintaining and repairing diesel-powered trucks or heavy equipment
Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
Experience with electrical, hydraulic and air brake systems
Ability to work independently and take ownership of repairs
Welding and fabrication experience
Basic computer skills
CDL or the ability to obtain one
Ability to perform—or become qualified to perform—DOT inspections
A commitment to safe, dependable and high-quality work

Why Join Charps?

Charps has grown from a small Minnesota company into a nationwide pipeline contractor by staying hands-on, working hard and taking pride in doing things right. You will join a team that respects the work, supports one another and understands how important dependable equipment is to every project.

This position is based at our Clearbrook, Minnesota shop.

Thinking about trading the city for a little more space, less traffic and easier access to hunting, fishing, trails and the outdoors? Let’s talk.