Field Equipment Mechanic

Job Location US-VA-Williamsburg Responsibilities The primary objective of equipment maintenance is the repair and upkeep of production equipment; making sure to keep it in a safe, effective operating condition so that production and quality targets can be met on time and at cost. Assist equipment technicians or service personnel with technical support. This will be accomplished by phone/email or directly at job site. Develop quick and accurate communication with field personnel and dispatch. Assure quality of repairs to minimize recall/duplicate work. Assure compliance with all governmental and company safety policies. Comply with Human Resources policies. Review shop tool requirements to do work more efficiently. Observe and report any deficiencies to forward our PM program for effectiveness and possible additions to our program. Participate in technical training with dealer / manufacturer and pass on that training to other mechanics. Work closely with our Field Services Dispatcher and our parts personnel to assure on time delivery of parts. Work daily with Internal Department, Field Managers and Superintendents as well as Field Mechanics. This position will be hourly and require overtime as needed. Must have sufficient tools to do the job. The company does not provide industry Standard Tools. Service Truck must be kept clean and orderly. Responsible for staying within HOS (hours of service), if applicable Responsible for complying with all Trimble/Telogis regulations. Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications Experience & Education/Certification: 1 year field experience repairing heavy construction equipment required. High school diploma, GED, or trade school preferred. Valid driver\'s license required Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Required Skills & Knowledge: Must be knowledgeable with all components of heavy construction machinery including but not limited to diesel engines, power transmissions, hydrostatic drives, open and closed-circuit hydraulics as well as compensating systems. Ability to make repair decisions quickly and rationally. Expected to keep all sensitive material confidential. Able to arrange schedules, recommend machinery to be down for repair as needed, and able to make parts orders. Ability to give and receive written or oral instructions. Must have ability to work independently and safely. Willingness to learn and adapt to change. Caterpillar Et/SIS, Volvo Prosis/tech tool, Cummins InSite knowledge/Experience. Basic skills in OXY/Acetylene torch. Basic Stick Welding 7018,6010 #J-18808-Ljbffr Allan Myers