Diesel Mechanic

Requisition ID 525285 -Posted - AMAT - Texas Materials - Ready Mix - Full Time - Maintenance/Mechanics - United States - Texas Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well‑being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas. Position Summary: Under the immediate direction of the Senior/ Lead Mechanic, the Diesel Mechanic performs repairs on mobile equipment, including ready mix trucks, front end loaders, and trailers. 60/40 work split between Shop and mobile repairs at Concrete Ready‑Mix plants. Key Responsibilities/Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Education/Experience High School Diploma or Equivalent GED required Minimum 5 years Mobile Equipment Maintenance Experience, Ready Mix Maintenance Experience, preferred Trade School or related mechanical / technical certification Commercial Driver License (CDL) and safe driving record preferred. Knowledge/Skill Requirements Knowledge of repair and maintenance of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical, transmissions, brakes, drivelines and other automotive systems to perform repair work Basic welding skills Ability to read and write in English 40 hours per week and overtime on an as needed basis Work Requirements Observes and listens to truck in operation to determine malfunctions. Use diagnostic software to do advanced troubleshooting Reads manuals, uses hand tools, power tools to perform repairs and maintenance to electrical systems, power transmissions, brakes, drivelines and other automotive systems to perform repair work Replaces rollers and other wear items as required Performs welding, repair and fabrication Assists Senior Mechanic as needed Operates mobile equipment as needed Delivers technical advice to Ready Mix Truck Drivers and other mobile equipment operators. Maintains parts inventory and orders of parts and supplies as needed Demonstrates good knowledge of lock out/tag out procedure required during certain procedures May make service calls at other plants or emergency roadside repairs as needed Assists with training co-workers as needed General clean‑up of work areas Follows safety policies and procedures as written Participates in the shop safety program and conduct tailgate safety meeting. Performs other duties as required Physical Requirements Work requires the ability to lift a maximum of 100 lbs. Work requires the ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend from trunk, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects Work requires the ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet Work requires the ability to perform sustained overhead reaching Work requires the ability to use vibration tools Work requires the ability to perform work while lying on back tar for prolonged periods of time and in some cases cramped quarters Work requires the ability to work in areas with the potential for high noise levels Work is performed 50% outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather and 50% indoors What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion Competitive base pay Medical, dental and disability benefits programs Group retirement savings program Health and wellness programs Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas-Materials