Heavy Equipment Mechanic
About the role
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic position at Super Products is located in Merrillville, Indiana. The Mechanic will perform service and repairs on truck-mounted vacuum equipment, including troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
- Effectively read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics
- Perform all scheduled PM inspections of chassis, vacuum body, hydraulic, electrical, air and water systems
- Conduct all repairs within DOT or OEM standards and service to return rental equipment "Ready to Rent" status
- Perform and document "check in" and "check out" inspections of fleet equipment
- Maintain and organize shop and storage areas ensuring proper storage of flammable items
- Administer DOT inspections
- Document and maintain records of all repairs and inspections
- Work independently and as part of a team
Requirements
- Possess solid understanding of the function, operation, and maintenance of truck-mounted vacuum equipment
- Must demonstrate solid understanding of mechanical and hydraulic system and electrical troubleshooting
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical data, drawings, and schematics
- Ability to administer DOT inspections
- Possess basic computer skills
- Must be organized and possess the ability to multi-task
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills
- Must be self-motivated, shows complete accountability, is timely in all assignments
- Own and supply a basic set of hand tools and storage box
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum three (3) years, verifiable experience as a mechanic
- Experience of truck mounted vacuum equipment -- preferred
Skills
- Solid understanding of mechanical and hydraulic system and electrical troubleshooting
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical data, drawings, and schematics
- Ability to administer DOT inspections
- Basic computer skills
- Organized and possesses the ability to multi-task
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-motivated, shows complete accountability, is timely in all assignments
Benefits
- Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Profit Share
- Company provided uniforms
- New, clean, safe facility
- Growing, successful company
- Full, comprehensive benefit package including:
- Matching 401K
- Paid Holidays, Sick Time and Vacation
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Company paid life insurance, STD and LTD
- Educational assistance and dependent scholarship programs
- And more!
Pay
Competitive wages and a customizable benefits package that begins day one of employment.
Schedule
1st Shift Hours
Benefits
- Much more detailed information about benefits is provided above
Company Information
Super Products is a growing manufacturing company with a new headquarters in Mukwonago, WI and nationwide rental stores. We have been designing and manufacturing high quality vacuum truck equipment since 1973 that include the most innovative features available in the market. Safety is our top priority. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and healthy work environment where our employees can grow and prosper throughout their careers. We offer competitive wages and a customizable benefits package that begins day one of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.