Heavy Equipment Technician

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APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, is a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor that was established in 1874, and has multiple asphalt plants, ready mix plants, rock quarries and sand operations in Kansas. Shears is diversified with public, private and commercial work including paving, utility, dirt-grading and concrete flat work. Our valued employees produce quality work and products in a competitive market with safety first at all times.

If you are seeking a rewarding career with challenging work, a variety of responsibilities, potential for advancement and looking for benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel, come join our team.

Unlock Your Potential in a Dynamic, Safety-Focused Environment

• Pay - Starting at $18/hr. depending on experience.
• Commitment to Safety:
  We prioritize your wellbeing with state-of-the-art safety protocols and equipment.
• Professional Growth:
  Access ongoing training and certifications to keep you at the forefront of industry advancements.
• Team Environment:
  Experience the camaraderie of a supportive crew where your insights and skills are valued.
• Competitive Compensation:
  Receive a comprehensive pay and benefits package reflective of your expertise.
• Opportunity for Advancement:
  Grow within the organization and take charge of your own career path.

As a Heavy Equipment Technician, your daily impact is visible in the quality and reliability of every machine you touch. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lubrication & Inspection:
  Master oil, air, and fuel filtration procedures, grease points and capacities, and employ advanced inspection techniques to proactively detect abnormal conditions.
• Paint and Bodywork:
  Execute precise body repairs and painting, restoring equipment to optimal appearance and function.
• Machine Shop Operations:
  Utilize welding and burning equipment; operate lathes, saws, shapers, grinders, and presses to fabricate and repair critical components.
• Injector-Governor Expertise:
  Diagnose, service, and overhaul fuel injector pumps, nozzles, and engine governors, ensuring peak engine performance.
• Water & Air-Cooled Engine Rebuilds:
  Assist in the complete overhaul and testing of both gas and diesel engines as well as various air-cooled engines.
• Transmission and Rear-End Systems:
  Overhaul mechanisms that transfer engine power, supporting the productivity and reliability of all heavy equipment.
• Parts Management:
  Navigate parts catalogs for procurement and handling, manage storage, and contribute to cost-effective parts strategies.
• Electrical Systems:
  Overhaul starters, generators, and voltage regulators, ensuring smooth operation of electrical components.
• Shop & Field Repair:
  Repair and overhaul a full suite of heavy equipment, including crawler and wheel tractors, cranes, front end loaders, rollers, subgrade mixers, motor graders, compactors, pumps, and air compressors — both in the shop and out in the field.
• Preventative Maintenance:
  Perform field repairs and implement preventative maintenance practices that maximize equipment service life and uptime.
• Physical Dexterity:
  Utilize motion skills including climbing, stooping, bending, squatting, lifting, stretching, driving, riding, pushing, pulling, vibrating, twisting, kneeling, walking, standing, lying, rolling, reaching, and hammering.
• Heavy Lifting:
  Safely lift up to 50 lbs. as repairs demand.
• Tool Mastery:
  Work efficiently with a wide array of tools, from wrenches and screwdrivers to pneumatic wrenches, impact tools, and measuring devices.
• Flexible
  
  Hours:
  
  Embrace overtime and variable schedules, including exposure to hot, cold, and wet weather conditions.
• Travel Requirements:
  Ride to and from job sites; operate company vehicles (must meet APAC Driver Qualification Standards); heavy truck mechanics must possess a Commercial Driver’s License and pass DOT exams per State and Federal regulations. Air brakes skills test required for vehicles with air brakes.

We seek skilled professionals who thrive in fast-paced, challenging environments and are motivated by a sense of pride in their work.