Shop Mechanic

Safety Focus

Actively participate in promoting a Safety-First culture.
Identify and report near-miss incidents promptly.
Speak up when observing unsafe acts.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all local laws, regulations, and company policies.
  
• Understand and adhere to all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations relevant to mechanic truck operation.
  
• Successfully passed certified basic mechanic skills testing.

Maintenance and Repairs

• Perform routine and advanced maintenance on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
  
• Conduct DOT brake repairs on commercial vehicles.
  
• Repair powertrain components, including engines, transmissions, differentials, PTO systems, transfer cases, hydraulic motors and pumps, and auxiliary drive components.
  
• Inspect and troubleshoot starting and charging systems.
  
• Diagnose suspension system problems, such as vehicle alignment, springs, and chassis mounting systems.
  
• Troubleshoot electrical components, including gauges, sending units, relays, lighting systems, and solenoids.
  
• Inspect, repair, and replace track suspension systems and components, such as rails, bushings, idlers, sprocket segments, rollers, and track shoes.
  
• Perform expert repairs on material handling equipment, such as cranes and forklifts.

General Maintenance

• Maintain a clean work area, including sweeping floors and removing oil and grease spills.
  
• Perform general custodial work as required.
  
• Maintain assigned vehicles and equipment.
  
• Maintain personal tools and company-owned tools.
  
• Accurately complete all associated forms, such as inspection records, time sheets, and work orders.

Teamwork and Goals

• Demonstrate a team attitude and work towards individual, division, and company goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience.
  
• Previous experience as a Field Mechanic, working with DOT vehicles and asphalt/paving equipment preferred.
  
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
  
• Ability to understand work directions and effectively communicate with management, fellow employees, and others.
  
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record required.
  
• CDL A or B is a bonus.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for extended periods, stoop, bend, and crouch as necessary to perform duties.
  
• Use hands overhead frequently, often in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
  
• Ability to lift and carry weights of up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 90 pounds.
  
• Manual dexterity for handling generators, lumber, construction materials, power tools, and hand tools.
  
• Physical agility and flexibility for stretching, proper leg placement, and repetitive arm and hand motions.
  
• Ability to maintain constant alertness in a construction site environment, including awareness of other employees, contractors, stationary equipment, and mobile equipment.
  
• Safe climbing on and off heavy mobile equipment.
  
• Walking on uneven surfaces, including natural ground, in various weather conditions.
  
• Capability to be certified to enter confined spaces, climb into and out of excavations up to 15 feet deep using ladders or crawling.
  
• Sufficient visual acuity and skill under different light, darkness.

EEO Statement

Wiregrass Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not discriminate based on creed/national origin/religion/color/sex/age/wage and status as individual with a disability or protected veteran.