HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC

About the role

West Hawaii Concrete is a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to providing them with the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely.

Responsibilities

• Work safely in a drug-free environment and submit to post-offer & random drug/alcohol screening.
• Work an irregular schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Timely and regular attendance is essential.
• Heavy equipment operation and knowledge. 2+ years experience in diagnosing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of diesel heavy equipment and construction vehicles.
• Basic computer knowledge and experience with computer diagnostics.
• Read, interpret, analyze, and apply information from technical manuals, schematics, and computer diagnostics.
• Must be willing to travel to different work sites.
• Willingness to cross-train in crusher maintenance.
• Self-motivated, team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working outdoors in extreme weather conditions and in a noisy, dusty environment.
• Maintain positive attitude and act courteously and respectfully toward others.
• Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions or behaviors.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. several times throughout the day.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Current driver’s license & clean driving record.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have 2+ years of experience in diagnosing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of diesel heavy equipment and construction vehicles.
• Must have basic computer knowledge and experience with computer diagnostics.
• Must be willing to travel to different work sites.
• Must be self-motivated, team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in extreme weather conditions and in a noisy, dusty environment.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. several times throughout the day.
• Must have a current driver’s license & clean driving record.

Preferred Requirements

• 5+ years experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Operation of front end loader, dozer, and/or excavator.
• MSHA certification.
• Heavy mechanic certification or degree from an accredited program.
• Welding experience.
• Own tools.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, & vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending accounts.
• 401K with Company match.
• Profit sharing.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Safety Incentives.
• Years of Service Recognition.
• Vacation and sick pay.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit our website at https://jobs.kniferiver.net. If you are unable to apply online, please mail your completed application to:

WHC, Ltd. (Attn: Susan)

P.O. Box 1390

Kailua-Kona, HI 96745