Construction Equipment Mechanics are responsible for performing inspections, diagnostic testing, repairs and maintenance to ensure safety. These Mechanics must be able to work with minimal direction and may direct the work of others. This position routinely requires moderate to extreme physical exertion and may require prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, and working in awkward positions.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform repair and maintenance of Construction Equipment in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
- Service equipment per company maintenance schedules and/or from equipment daily inspection reports.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues and make necessary repairs, adjustments or replacements.
- Perform emergency repairs on breakdowns.
- Inspect, lubricate, and service equipment.
- Check, fill, and/or change appropriate fluids for all equipment parts and check/change filters.
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair equipment support systems, such as electrical, hydraulic, suspension, air, and brake systems.
- Identify and perform repairs and adjustments to various components and operating systems on the equipment or related components.
- Ensure all safety devices on equipment are in good working order.
- Perform routine welding repairs to equipment.
- Maintain accurate repair orders, parts usage, and repair times.
- Prepare service estimates for both company owned and customer equipment.
- Perform routine housekeeping duties related to materials, tools, shop, and work areas to maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company and OSHA standards.
- Professional interaction with internal and external customers.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and critical thinking skills.
· Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in awkward positions and tight areas)
· Must be able to lift and carry weights exceeding 50 pounds.
· Experience using repair manuals, wiring (electrical) diagrams/schematics, and hydraulic diagrams/schematics. These skills are necessary to accurately troubleshoot or repair equipment or component failure.
· Advanced knowledge of mechanical systems and components.
· Ability to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.
· Ability to work in all weather conditions.
· Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
· Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks.
· Familiarity with using a computer.
· Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department or line of business.
Minimum Qualifications
- Legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
- Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training.
Work Environment
- Exposure to noise, heat, dust, and fumes as found in a repair facility.
- Exposure to extreme weather conditions possible.
Compensation
· Hourly rate based on skills and experience.
· Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance available.
· Company match 401k plan available.
· Paid time off
· Paid Holidays
NOTE: Successful Automotive Technicians adapt very well to our environment and the work we do.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fort Wayne, IN 46818: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Preferred)
- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
