Diesel Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

• Full-Time Diesel / Heavy Equipment Mechanic:
• $23.00 - $35.00 per hour starting wages depending upon experience.
• Company sponsored CDL Program for eligible employees.
• CDL License a plus but not required.
• Call out / weekend work as needed.
• Determines vehicle/equipment condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
• Corrects vehicle/equipment deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
• Verifies vehicle/equipment performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Maintains vehicle/equipment appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• Maintains vehicle/equipment records by annotating services and repairs.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
• Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

• Tooling
• Supply Management
• Mechanical Inspection Tools
• Technical Understanding
• Attention to Detail
• Dependability
• Thoroughness
• Verbal Communication
• Documentation Skills
• Inventory Control
• Job Knowledge

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.