MECHANIC TECHNICIAN at Carter Machinery – Chesapeake, Virginia

Carter Machinery
Location: Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
Category: Service
Posted Date: February 23, 2026
Requisition_Number: MECHA006208
Schedule: Full Time

EOE Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

We are currently offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus for Mechanic Technician new hires, payable after 90 days of employment.

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Mechanic Technician in Chesapeake, Virginia. The Mechanic Technician position is responsible for diagnosing problems, performing repairs, reconditioning and servicing heavy equipment and components in a shop environment. Seeking candidates with a minimum of two years’ experience with heavy construction equipment and work tool repair; High school diploma or GED, required.

Requirements for the Mechanic Technician position include:

• Self-starter able to work with limited supervision.
• Must be able to occasionally operate heavy machinery.
• Must be willing to work shifts as needed, including days, nights, and/or weekends to meet customer needs.
• Must be able to perform work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent troubleshooting skills; ability to accurately diagnose and repair equipment.
• Proficient in the use of a computer, Microsoft Office products and service software required in position.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Promote a positive customer experience.
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

Physical requirements must be met for the Mechanic Technician job, including regularly being required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In-house training instructors/programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Discounts: computers, tooling, vehicles.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.

*Special rules and restrictions may apply to sign-on bonus eligibility for rehires.