Heavy Equipment Shop Mechanic

Application Instructions

Complete the general application and attach a resume.

Position Description

Proficiently and safely diagnose and repair complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems on mobile heavy equipment and trucks with moderate supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Inspect mobile heavy equipment pinpointing operating deficiencies and excessive machine and/or component wear.
• Working with hand wrenches, hammers, impact tools, torque wrenches, grinders, screw drivers, measuring devices, over head hoists, cranes, slings, chains, electrical testing tools, hydraulic testing tools, micrometers, gauges and a variety of other hand tools, routinely dismantle, rebuild, adjust and repair primary systems (drive train, hydraulic, fuel, air, brake, pneumatic, electrical, steering, suspension, exhaust) on mobile heavy equipment and highway legal trucks and trailers.
• Provide shop foreman time estimates, inventory of parts or special tools required to complete assigned project.
• Using an established checklist, prove all repairs and workmanship done on machines, trucks or other equipment were properly completed and the item is fully operational and prepared to mobilize for productive work.
• Complete and submit accurate work orders.
• Perform minor fabrication, alterations and repairs to equipment using MIG, TIG and oxygen/acetylene welding and cutting equipment. Operate various equipment including forklifts, trucks and heavy equipment.

Position Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 5 years verifiable experience diagnosing and repairing mobile heavy equipment, heavy highway trucks and trailers in shop or field setting. Experience is accompanied with relevant manufacture and/or industry association certifications and/or degree from accredited trade school, college or university. Able to read and comprehend heavy equipment technical manuals, drawings, wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and repair manuals. Can efficiently use a computer to access manufactures guides and service manuals. Knowledge of test equipment used to diagnose and repair equipment and electronic components. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, work cooperatively with others and keep accurate records. Able to read and comprehend heavy equipment technical manuals, drawings and schematics. Use a computer to access manufactures guides and service manuals. Furnish own tools. Must pass pre-employment drug test prior to working.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ABILITIES

Position requires employee to frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, handle objects, reach outward, and reach above head and shoulders, climb, squat, kneel, bend, and occasionally carry/push/pull/move/drag or lift 50 lbs. alone or with assistance up to a height of 3 feet.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is inside a shop facility majority of time. Working conditions include flying dust, slipping hazards and conditions and frequently exposed to loud noise from heavy equipment and machinery and overhead head hazards. Frequent exposure to solvents, grease, oil, and dirt.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oftedal Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, citizenship, sex, marital or veteran status, disability, or handicap, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.