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Are you an experienced mechanic who takes pride in diagnosing issues, making quality repairs, and keeping heavy equipment running safely and efficiently? We’re looking for a Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, variety in their day, and the independence to troubleshoot and repair equipment with minimal supervision.
Why join us?
- Title: Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic
- Steady Monday–Friday schedule for strong work-life balance
- $24/hour starting pay
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Growth potential
- Variety of repair work on excavators, hydraulic systems, forklifts, skid steers, and other heavy equipment
Operational Performance & Best Business Practices of the Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic role
- Repair and maintain the operating condition of industrial production and processing machinery and equipment.
- Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
- Operate newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
- Record repairs and maintenance performed.
- Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
- Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
- Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
- Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
- Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
Job Conditions of the Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic role
- This position is regularly exposed to all weather conditions.
- Physical hazards such as noise, fumes, and dirt are present due to the equipment, machinery, and scrap as would be found throughout the scrap yard.
- Safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, and face shields must be worn to eliminate the risks associated with these hazards.
Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions of the Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic role
- Ability to: stand for up to 12 hours a day; lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally; crouch or bend at the knees occasionally to increase visibility; stoop or bend at the waist occasionally to increase visibility; reach at arms length frequently or overhead occasionally; twist and turn at the neck and trunk; walk frequently on uneven ground; handle and grasp tools and parts continually; communicate by speech and hearing continually.
Qualifications of the Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic role
- High School diploma or GED Certification preferred.
- 5 years of experience assisting skilled trades persons in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment required.
- Candidates with an Associates degree in Heavy Duty Truck or Heavy Equipment Repair and 2 years of relevant experience may also be considered.
- This position requires possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to drive an automobile.
Pay: $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
