Equipment Mechanic

Equipment Mechanic

The purpose of this position is to perform preventive and corrective maintenance repairs on equipment and vehicles, including but not limited to electrical, mechanical, welding, hydraulics, and heavy equipment.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Performs maintenance and repair work on trucks, automobiles, heavy construction equipment, motorboats, mowers, generators, various motors, pumps, power tools, etc., as needed.
• Perform skilled mechanical work, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety inspections on all mechanical equipment and components, including heavy equipment, gas engines and diesel engines.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical problems on vehicles and equipment.
• Performs welding and fabrication work as needed.
• Maintains assigned equipment and tools.
• Document equipment repair work performed.
• Responds to calls for emergency mechanical assistance as required.
• Assists in maintaining supply and parts inventory for equipment maintenance.
• Operates tracked and wheeled earth, moving heavy equipment in a safe manner for the purpose of performing duties related to maintenance, rebuilds, and repairs.
• Performs all duties according to established policies, procedures, and standards of quality and safety
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other department supervisors and employees, sales and service representatives, and the general public.

Performs custodial maintenance of shop as needed.

Apply decals onto serviced equipment.

Performs other related duties as required.

A High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by two (2) years of experience in mechanic maintenance and repair work in an industrial environment, is required; or possession of any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license. Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.