Job title:Mechanic

Mechanic

Job Summary The Mechanic diagnoses and repairs diesel tractors, trailers and other wheeled vehicles by performing the following duties.

Job Responsibilities

• Examines and diagnoses vehicle problems, and repairs according to generally accepted methods
• Discusses extensive or difficult in-depth repairs with Terminal Manager, and/or Supervisor
• Demonstrates and enforces CEMEX safety policies and regulations to all mechanics (i.e. lockout tagout policies, hazard assessment)
• Makes sure shop and all repairs are in compliance with OSHA regulations
• Performs routine scheduled maintenance outlined on PM checklist sheets
• Plans all routine work procedures
• Raises vehicle, with hydraulic jack or hoist, to gain access to mechanical components for removal, repair or inspection
• Removes components for repair of replacement such as, but not limited to: alternators, starters, water pumps, radiators, condensers, compressors, clutches, transmissions, differentials, wheel assemblies, brakes, drivelines, gearboxes, pump, rollers, etc
• Disassembles components, inspects parts for wear, and determines cause of failure
• Troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic systems, and components
• Inspects and replaces parts such as clutches, wheel seals, brake linings, drums, bearings, and all other components as described above
• Overhauls and rebuilds serviceable components
• Some regional traveling required to repair company equipment
• Diagnoses and repairs electrical systems and circuitry in accordance with acceptable industry standards
• Performs occasional cutting and welding utilizing both gas and electric welding equipment
• Replaces and adjusts headlights, and installs and repairs accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wiper blades
• Enters work orders on system for equipment inventory purposes
• Adhere to all CEMEX, OSHA, and MSHA rules and regulations at all times
• Wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds
• Meet or exceed company safety standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3 years related experience, training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Able to understand, interpret, communicate, and execute with exactness instructions given in both verbal and written form
• Bi-lingual Spanish a plus
• Able to recognize potentially hazardous situations, understanding instructions given by supervisor, possess common sense
• Ability to deal with mechanical problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Possession of valid Driver's License; prefer Class A or Class B CDL or the ability to obtain such a license within the new employee evaluation period (180 days) with driving record that meets company requirements in order to retrieve or test drive company commercial vehicles
• Forklift certified or willing to obtain TWIC preferred or willing to obtain

Working Conditions

Job involves sitting most of the time, but also involves walking or standing for brief periods of time

Physical Requirements

Walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/visitors

Legal Notices

CEMEX is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by under federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates. CEMEX will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all local, state and federal laws. CEMEX is an E-Verify participating employer. Arizona Smoke-Free Act. CEMEX complies with the State of Arizona's Smoke-Free Act (Arizona Revised Statutes 36-601.01). Smoking and/or the use of tobacco or related products is prohibited in and on CEMEX property as well as any building and/or vehicle owned or leased by CEMEX. CEMEX offers both competitive pay and benefits. Benefits applicable to this position may include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay, as well as a comprehensive wellness program to help keep employees and their families healthy and well.