Fleet Mechanic

Job

Under the immediate direction of the Equipment Manager, the Diesel Fleet Mechanic performs repairs on mobile equipment, including ready mix trucks, front end loaders, and trailers. This position will be mobile across multiple Concrete Ready Mix plants in the Lafayette/Lake Charles area with use of a company provided service truck.

• Observes and listens to truck in operation to determine malfunctions.
• Use diagnostic software to do advanced troubleshooting.
• Reads manuals, uses hand tools, power tools to perform repairs and maintenance to electrical systems, power transmissions, brakes, drive lines and other automotive systems to perform repair work.
• Replaces rollers and other wear items as required.
• Performs welding, repair and fabrication.
• Assists General Manager and Equipment Manager as needed.
• Performs data entry on all services performed.
• Operates mobile equipment as needed.
• Delivers technical advice to Ready Mix Truck Drivers and other mobile equipment operators.
• Maintains parts inventory and orders of parts and supplies as needed.
• Demonstrates good knowledge of lock out/tag out procedure required during certain procedures.
• May make service calls at other plants or emergency roadside repairs as needed.
• Assists with training co‑workers as needed.
• General clean‑up of work areas.
• Follows safety policies and procedures as written.
• Participates in the shop safety program and conducts tailgate safety meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent GED required.
• Minimum 2 years Mobile Equipment Maintenance Experience, Ready Mix Maintenance experience preferred.
• Trade School or related mechanical / technical certification.
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) and safe driving record.

• Knowledge of repair and maintenance of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical, transmissions, brakes, drive lines and other automotive systems to perform repair work.
• Basic welding skills.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• 40 hours per week and overtime on an as needed basis.

• Work requires the ability to lift a maximum 100 lbs.
• Work requires the ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend from trunk, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects.
• Work requires the ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet.
• Work requires the ability to perform sustained overhead reaching.
• Work requires the ability to use vibration tools.
• Work requires the ability to perform work while lying on back tar for prolonged periods of time and in some cases cramped quarters.
• Work requires the ability to work in areas with the potential for high noise levels.
• Work is performed 50% outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather and 50% indoors.

• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
• Competitive base pay.
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Builders Supply, A CRH Company, is an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.