Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

A Heavy Equipment Mechanic is an hourly-rated skilled craft position that performs maintenance on construction vehicles and other equipment. A Mechanic typically performs a wide variety of tasks, transferring from one task to another as the work flow dictates.

Key Duties:

• Analyze malfunctions and repairs, rebuild and maintain construction equipment, such as cranes, scrapers, asphalt and concrete paving machines, motor graders, bulldozers, loaders, pump compressors and pneumatic tools
• Able to drive a one ton or larger vehicle with standard transmission.
• Operate and inspect machines or equipment to diagnose defects.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Replace defective engines and sub-assemblies such as transmissions.
• Weld broken parts and structural members.
• Must be able to read and comprehend repair manuals.
• Other related job functions may include, but not limited to:
• Examines parts for damage and/or excessive wear
• Using micrometers and gauges.
• Tests overhauled equipment to insure operating efficiently.
• May direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly and disassembly of equipment.
• May perform incidental work items included within other crafts as well as related duties.

Qualification Requirements

• This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Mechanic. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on paving, roads, highways, and bridges.
• Preferred CDL class A driver's license with a hazmat endorsement and satisfactory driving record.

Physical Demands

• Heavy physical effort required.
• Ability to lift 0 to 50 pounds occasionally for hand work; Must be able to stand, bend, stretch for extended periods of time; ability to bend crouch and climb on and off the equipment repetitively; Use hands, arms and legs fully, acceptable vision (either naturally or with corrective lens).
• Continuous mental and visual attention required to complete tasks in efficient manner involving repetitive or diversified work requiring alertness of activity.
• Constant care necessary to prevent injury to others due to inherent hazards of construction work.

Work Environment

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.

Company Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.