Heavy Equipment Mechanic

POSITION SUMMARY

The Mechanic is responsible for the diagnosis, repair, maintenance, and inspection of all company vehicles and heavy construction equipment.

• Diagnose, repair, and rebuild both off-road heavy equipment and on-road vehicles for both diesel and gas engines.
• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance of all company vehicles and equipment.
• Perform brake jobs, tune ups, and oil changes for all equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Ability to work on engines, transmissions, and torque converters.
• Remove and replace hydraulic components and lines.
• Perform replacement of starters, alternators, and batteries.
• Read and interpret technical details from manuals and blueprints.
• Operate equipment to evaluate and verify any additional repairs, or adjustments required for proper functionality.
• Communicate and order parts as needed.
• Clean and maintain equipment, tools, and general work area.
• Additional safety sensitive duties as required. You must wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Records all repairs, or maintenance completed on a daily basis.
• Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

Competencies

• A high school diploma, or equivalent, is required. An associate’s degree is preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ mechanical experience is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a heavy construction mechanic is required.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems is essential.
• A working knowledge of parts and components of complex machinery and engines, as well as the tools needed to complete repairs, is required.
• Strong analytical skills are necessary for resolving complex problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Experience with diagnostic data-based maintenance software is preferred.
• The ability to work independently with minimal direction, or supervision, is required.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kiely Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. We actively seek applications and resumes from exceptional candidates regardless of their background or experience level.