Shop Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

CK Contractors and Development LLC’s roots date back to 1966, and during the past 60 years, our team has been developing properties throughout the Southeast, earning the distinction of being one of the leading construction site development contractors.

We offer competitive wages and solid career opportunities. Are you looking to join a great team as a Shop Mechanic?

Job Summary:

The Shop Mechanic is a non-exempt position responsible for repairing, servicing, and maintaining all the 
equipment the company owns (vehicles, diesel, gas, small engine).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform tune ups, brake jobs, and other preventive maintenance on trucks, trailers, and other 
powered rolling and non-rolling equipment.

• Test equipment following completed repair to ensure proper performance and compliance with 
operating specifications.

• Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, A/C, brake systems, fuel 
systems, and hydraulic systems.

• Use diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices to 
determine required malfunctions and necessary repairs.

• Responsible for service documentation and ordering parts.

• Ensuring cleanliness of work area as well as the CK yard which may include moving equipment 
and vehicles, loading and unloading material, and repositioning inventory.

• Will work in the shop mainly and at job sites on occasion when necessary.

• Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met.

• Must have the initiative, ability, and willingness to perform and assist with other job positions
for job completion as requested.

• Maintain attendance at work, including presence at work during regular work hours or other 
schedules as may be assigned. Acceptance of overtime assignments will also be required based 
on operational needs.

Experience and Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have 2 or more years of diesel, mechanical and automotive experience; 
Heavy automotive experience a plus.

• Extensive knowledge of diesel engines, electronic controls, and computer based diagnostic 
systems.

• CDL Class A license a plus.

• Good driving record and insurable by vehicle insurance company.

• Ability to perform repairs and maintenance in the field and shop settings.

• Must be able to read, interpret, and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics along with 
service manuals to help diagnose issues to be able to make repairs.

• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.

• Proficiency with maintenance and repair tools.

• Basic Computer Skills (email and web browser).

• Must demonstrate excellent safety awareness, and a willingness to comply with company 
policies and safety standards; Working knowledge of construction site safety, truck 
maintenance, and road safety regulations.

• Must be able to work with others to achieve company results; Have the ability to think critically 
to analyze information and make sound decisions.

• Effective communication with other mechanics, truck drivers and field personnel is critical, both 
verbally and nonverbally; this includes the ability to listen to the ideas of others.

• Must have reliable transportation to be at work when scheduled and have the ability to travel. 
Periodic evenings, nights and weekends, and overtime hours are expected.

• Must wear proper attire at all times including safety vests, safety glasses when appropriate, long 
pants, hard sole/close-toed shoes, and reflect a clean and presentable image.

• Continuous mental and visual attention is necessary to safely and effectively complete work 
tasks.

• Must own and maintain own set of tools and toolbox.

Working Conditions

• This job requires the ability to lift, pull, and push up to 50 lbs; bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat 
twist, and climb heavy equipment several times throughout the day, and balance at heights up 
to 12 feet from ground level. In addition, you must have the ability to be on your feet regularly 
and use hands, arms, and legs repeatedly on the job. This includes walking on sloped ground and 
slippery and uneven surfaces, at times.

• This job requires the ability to perform essential tasks in less than favorable conditions. These 
may include but are not limited to performing strenuous work in varying temperatures, 
humidity, sand, wind, or other extreme inclement weather conditions for extended periods of 
time.

• Work may be performed in an environment with exposure to extremely hot materials, fuel 
fumes, vapors, dust, grease, and oils, as well as loud and/or constant noise and exposure to 
moving equipment.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive health insurance, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. In addition to financial security, we prioritize the well-being of our team members by offering paid time off, paid holidays, a safe work environment, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We believe that by investing in our employees’ health, wellness, and safety, we can cultivate a motivated and dedicated workforce, leading to the overall success and growth of our company.

Employees are expected to follow all OSHA and company policies to minimize accidents and injuries to 
personnel and property.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

“We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for 
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, 
pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any 
other characteristic protected by law.”