Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Kettle River

Essential Functions

• Inspect and evaluate incoming equipment and machines and determine malfunctions and defects.
• Assemble, re-assemble and disassemble various equipment and machines.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
• Clean, lube and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain routine equipment maintenance schedule.
• Make adjustments and repairs to equipment and machines, testing and ensuring operating efficiency.
• Maintain log book of all equipment and machine repairs, services, adjustments and work performed.
• Pickup/deliver necessary supplies, materials and equipment as needed.
• Load and unload various equipment and machines from or to delivery truck.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.
• Assist other mechanics and operations staff as requested.
• Travel to and from various job sites.

Qualifications

• A valid driver license
• A High School Diploma or GED
• Familiarity with repair and maintenance of construction equipment, machinery and tools
• Three years of job related experience
• Must have own tools up to 3/4” required to repair and maintain heavy equipment
• Two years vocational training in construction maintenance and five years’ work experience
• OSHA 10hr. Training
• MSHA certification
• Class A CDL (but not required)
• Knowledge of and ability to use various construction equipment and tools
• Familiar with Caterpillar, Hitachi, Volvo and Komatsu equipment
• Proficient in welding and cutting skills
• Ability to read and follow assembly and instruction manuals
• Knowledge of and ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Knowledge of and ability repair equipment and follow related procedures
• Ability to assess and troubleshoot equipment failure
• Familiar with Cat ET and SIS
• Knowledge of and ability to apply first aid and applicable safety precautions
• Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed
• Ability to meet equipment schedule with dependability and consistency
• Ability to wear protective clothing
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems

Working Conditions

• Exposure to inclement weather
• Extreme cold
• Extreme heat
• Wet and/or humid
• Noise
• Vibration
• Atmospheric conditions (dust/fumes/etc.)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Electric shock
• High, exposed places
• Radiant energy
• Explosives
• Toxic or caustic chemicals
• Other risks