Diesel Mechanic

The Diesel Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repair of diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts
• Operate and inspect heavy equipment in order to diagnose defects
• Test mechanical products and equipment to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer’s specifications
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs using engine diagnostic such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools
• Cleans, lubricates and performs routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles
• Schedules maintenance for industrial machines and equipment and keeps equipment service records
• Reads and interprets manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems
• Stays abreast of new technology and methodology through on the job training and technical school
• Uses the appropriate tools for the required tasks
• Performs other job‑related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5 years’ experience servicing heavy industrial equipment such as excavators, backhoes, skid loaders, and tractors
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to read, write and speak English

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit;

stand; walk; use hands to handle and feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and explosives.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job may require work in areas where ear and / or eye protection is necessary.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Rippeon Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.