Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Location : Etowah, Tennessee*
Hours : Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM
Compensation:  $17/hr+ based on prior experience

*Some travel will be required and will be company-paid and compensated accordingly

Company Overview: Haren Construction Company, Inc. specializes in water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and commercial and industrial types of construction.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for performing inspections, maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of heavy construction equipment. This role ensures that equipment operates safely and efficiently to meet the demands of water and wastewater construction sites. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performing preventative maintenance and general repairs on heavy construction equipment, including tasks such as oil and filter changes, fluid checks, lubrication and cooling maintenance, replacing and/or repairing defective components, and troubleshooting any mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems. 
• Perform equipment inspections and mechanical testing, focusing on mechanical integrity, wear parts, and safety systems. 
• Maintain proper inventory of tools, parts, and consumables required for maintenance and repairs. 
• Coordinate with procurement and part suppliers to order replacements.
• Complete and document work orders, maintenance logs, and equipment service records. 
• Collaborate with project superintendents, field supervisors, and equipment operators to prioritize the repairs and minimize equipment downtime. 
• Work in accordance with company safety policies and OSHA regulations, including proper use of PPE, lockout/tagout procedures, and confined space awareness.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Work Environment and Essential Functions

• This role is an on-site, outdoors position that requires work in all types of weather conditions.
• This position performs strenuous physical activities for long periods, under varying and adverse field conditions.
• This position must be able to lift and/or carry up to 80 lbs.
• This role will be required to stand, walk on uneven surfaces, manually manipulate, grasp, reach out and above the shoulder, climb, kneel, bend, twist, and push/pull.
• This role is occasionally required to work at elevated heights.
• This role will require occasional travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
  • Class B CDL preferred but not required
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety certification
• Manufacturer or dealer training on heavy equipment maintenance and repair
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and drivetrain components.
• Basic computer and mobile device skills for completing digital work orders and maintenance logs.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience operating or repairing heavy construction equipment.
• Welding and fabrication skills.

Benefits

• Following 58 days of full-time employment, you may be eligible for benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision
• Following 90 days of full-time employment, employees are eligible for 401(k) and sick/personal leave
• After 6 months+ of continuous employment, paid vacation is offered
• Paid holidays
• Travel/Transportation/Lodging compensated
• Company dispatch vehicle will be provided for required travel

We Value Everyone
At Haren Construction Company, our purpose is to build exceptional people, trusting relationships, great projects, and strong communities. Valuing everyone is essential to our purpose. For us, valuing diversity and inclusion is more than a lofty company commitment; it is a way of building relationships that help us live our purpose in our daily work.

Haren Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). As such, Haren Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Prioritizing Safety
Our employees are our greatest resource, and Haren Construction is fully committed to their safety. With our safety program and full-time safety manager, we work hard to provide every employee with safe working conditions.

Haren Construction Company, Inc. is a drug-free workplace, so all potential new hires must submit to a pre-employment drug screen.

We utilize the E-Verify program to verify the employment eligibility of potential employees electronically.

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