Diesel Maintenance Mechanic - South Texas Concrete - Houston, TX

Diesel Maintenance Mechanic
- South Texas Concrete
- Houston, TX

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Diesel Maintenance Mechanic at our South Texas Concrete business located in Houston, TX.

If you have previous experience working on a variety of heavy construction equipment, Heidelberg Materials wants to hear from you!

Heidelberg Materials North America, previously known as Lehigh Hanson, operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada. Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready‑mixed concrete. We are building a better future for our people, our customers, our communities and our shareholders.

• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts on Class 6, 7, and 8 vehicles.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Operate and inspect trucks to diagnose defects.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer specifications.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on trucks.
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Overhaul and test trucks to ensure operating efficiency.
• Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies and components such as power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; complete machine shop operations; make adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges.
• Maintain repair and service records.
• Inspect all vehicles for additional repairs.
• Repair DOT and safety related deficiencies on the spot.
• Follow and adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety standards and codes of conduct.
• Log time to all assigned individual tasks and RO’s in TMT or other CMMS systems accurately.
• Be able to travel from site to site and handle mobile call outs to assist with emergency breakdowns and on‑spot repairs.
• Earn $25.00 per hour, frequent overtime!

• Must meet company requirements for employment.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions in English.
• Knowledge and familiarity with all aspects of mobile equipment repair/maintenance desired.
• Minimum of five (5) years mobile equipment repair experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• Work with limited supervision.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL Class A or B preferred.
• Must possess basic hand tools for the position and upgrade such tools as required.

• Occasional exposure to inclement weather.
• Work in, on top of, and under equipment in tiring and uncomfortable positions frequently bending, stretching, crouching and squatting for up to 10+ hours a shift.
• Exert force between 35 to 75 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 to 35 pounds frequently, or greater than 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Work various changing shifts pending on business demands.
• Employees are subject to drafts, noise, dust, heat, fumes, dirt, and grease.
• Must wear steel‑toe boots and other safety/protective items such as hard hats, safety glasses, and other PPE as required.

• Must complete a pre‑employment physical evaluation.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

• Competitive pay – $25.00 per hour, frequent overtime.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Year‑round health, dental & vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Vacation & paid holidays.
• Opportunities for winter work and learning new skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.