Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Work Requirements

• Performs inspection, maintenance and repairs on heavy duty equipment and vehicles, such as: trucks, trailers, forklifts, backhoes, skidders, lulls, dump trucks, etc.
• Responsible for diesel engines, transmissions, brake systems, electrical trouble shooting, steering, cooling systems, etc.
• Keeps track of all maintenance and work completed via: phone, email, text, and hard copy paperwork.
• Does routine maintenance on equipment and trucks, such as: changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment, etc.
• Repairs or replaces malfunctioning components, parts, and other mechanical or electrical equipment, etc.
• Dismantles and reassembles heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Diagnoses faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Tests mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
• Fits bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Assembles gear systems, and aligns frames and gears.
• Welds or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
• Fabricates needed parts or items from sheet metal or other materials.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments (example: hot sun, cold, wet weather, etc.)
• Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body
• Ability to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time during an 8-12-hour day
• Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks
• Be able to lift 50 pounds of weight safely without assistance throughout assigned workday

Responsibilities

• Regular, reliable and predictable attendance required
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment
• Must display a positive attitude dedicated towards achieving results for the company as well as providing quality service and accuracy
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance and attitude at ALL times while at work, while representing or traveling for the company
• Ensure all paperwork is completed and turned in daily