Mechanic

About the role

The mechanic performs tasks on job sites, in the shop, and on roadways involving the repair and service of diesel and gasoline engines, small engines, underlayment pumps, heavy-duty and light-duty transmissions, hydraulic pumps and cylinders, heavy-duty and light-duty truck chassis, air brakes, electrical wiring, and light fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Safely and accurately, perform necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on company vehicles and/or equipment.
• Diagnose problems and determine whether to repair in-house or send out.
• Performs general mechanical repair and maintenance to keep the fleet serviceable.
• Manages upkeep and organization of shop, tools, and equipment.
• Records and accounts for all time, parts, and supplies used in repairing and servicing vehicles, equipment, and rentals.
• Performs DOT annual inspections on trucks and trailers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
• Mechanic’s Certificate or deemed equivalent experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/job location(s)
• Ability to successfully pass a background check related to driving
• Ability to pass drug screening
• Ability to lift up to 80lbs
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future

Qualifications

• CDL A license preferred (or the ability to obtain CDL licensing)

Skills

• Strong mechanical skills
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines
• Experience with small engines, underlayment pumps, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical issues
• Proficient in electrical wiring and fabrication

Benefits

Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include: Weekly pay, PTO (Paid Time Off), Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, Supplemental insurance options, Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching, Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day), Scholarship opportunities for dependents, Leadership development opportunities.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD

Office Location

1223 Quarry Overlook Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29715

Perks

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retail plans with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
• Scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Ledership development opportunities

About Kent Companies

Kent Companies is a full-service specialty trade contractor with operations across Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas. As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe our people are our greatest assets. We employ over 2,000 trade professionals nationwide and deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. Kent Companies is known as The Leaders in Concrete™ and continuously ranks in the Top 10 Concrete Contractors nationwide by ENR Magazine. Kent Companies’ family of brands includes Kent Concrete, Kent Underlayments, Kent Facilities, Kent Foundation Solutions, and Foundation Rescue Supply. Kent Underlayments We are national leaders in gypsum floor underlayment and sound mat installation. We help architects, engineers, and general contractors customize underlayment and sound control systems to meet or exceed architectural specifications. Whether new construction or a landmark revitalization, we bring deep product expertise and extensive manpower to every job. About Kent Companies Carolinas Underlayments Division Our Southeast Kent Underlayments group provides underlayment, sound mat, and floor leveling services. Our crews perform new construction and renovation work in a variety of multi-family, commercial, and residential properties. With this team, you’ll have a hand in the projects that shape and revitalize your community. Learn more about Kent Underlayments by visiting underlayments.kentcompanies.com.

EEO Statement

At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies’ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotions, performance evaluations, termination, and compensation decisions. The Company will strive to ensure that all employees and prospective employees will be treated equally in regard to recruitment, employment, promotions, demotions, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, leaves of absence and layoffs. The Company will further ensure that its management staff is aware of the Company’s commitment to this policy and each member understands their individual role in the process of administering this plan. Kent Companies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.