Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

We are looking for a HEAVY EQUIPMENT DIESEL MECHANIC to join our Midlothian, TX location. As a Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic with Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials you will make repairs to all mobile equipment in plant and quarry including skid steer loaders, forklifts, pickups, welders, trucks, all heavy equipment, diesel and gasoline engines.

• Competitive wages.
• Opportunities for overtime.
• Company provided benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Company paid life and disability benefits, paid vacation, and 401K.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately and promptly diagnose specific problems on mobile equipment.
• Overhaul and rebuild diesel and gasoline engines in accordance with specifications.
• Repair or rebuild transmissions with efficiency.
• Adjust or replace worn out clutches and perform driveline repairs.
• Repair power takeoff units.
• Will repair air conditioners and heaters.
• Perform brake repairs and adjustments on mobile equipment.
• Trouble shoots electrical and hydraulic problems and makes the necessary repairs or replacements and interprets schematics on electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Cut, weld and fabricate when necessary.
• Perform and retain records on preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Perform responsibilities safely and maintain a clean workplace.
• Utilize parts manual and online resources for ordering parts.
• Assists with training co-workers as needed
• Performs general clean-up of work areas
• Follows safety policies and procedures as written
• 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
• Operates mobile equipment as needed
• Performs other duties as required

We Require:

• Ability and skills to diagnose and repair mobile equipment including diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, clutches, drive lines, electrical and hydraulic systems, heating and air conditioning systems, power takeoffs, brakes, etc.
• Basic welding skills
• 40 hours per week and overtime on an as needed basis
• Must have a current valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in the English language.
• Must be able to read and understand operating manuals for mobile equipment operated.
• Must be able to drive and operate mobile equipment using levers and pedals to operate.
• Knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibility.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent GED required
• 3 - 5 years' experience of maintaining light to heavy mobile equipment, both diesel and gasoline powered, is required
• Trade School or related mechanical / technical certification preferred
• Experience with Heavy Duty Mobile Equipment in Mining - Diesel Mechanic certification preferred

Each day brings new challenges, and we make sure you are prepared for it all. Our dedication to continual improvement and hands-on training ensures you are ready for the many new experiences and challenges that you will face.

We offer:

• A friendly and team-oriented work environment, with a supportive management team.
• Hands-on training for our employees and opportunities for advancement.
• A company dedicated to continuous improvement.