Heavy Construction Equipment Mechanic

Description We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Diesel Mechanic to join our maintenance team. The Diesel Mechanic will maintain production and quality by ensuring operation of construction vehicles, machinery and mechanical equipment. Job Duties As a Diesel Mechanic, you will handle repairs on engines, drive trains and truck chassis. Also you will need knowledge of electrical and lighting systems, brakes and some hydraulics.Ensures operation of vehicles, machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines.Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.Controls downtime by scheduling and performance of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.Other duties as assigned.