Heavy Equipment Mechanic Journeyman

Overview

Plan and safely execute preventive maintenance and repairs on all types of construction equipment in accordance with manuals, specifications, codes and industry standards. Ensure equipment works efficiently, safely and in compliance with the company Preventative Maintenance Program.

• Read and understand plans and specifications, including operator's manuals and applicable technical bulletins.
• Use appropriate hand and power tools to repair, replace or perform maintenance on equipment.
• Receive equipment assigned to the job and document its condition; schedule regular service and inspection.
• Organize a library of reference material, equipment files, and backlog schedules.
• Evaluate a timetable to assure certifications such as for cranes and commercial vehicles.
• Assist equipment operators in effectively using the Daily Walk around Report.
• Assist the project with the generation of an accurate Equipment Locator.
• Ensure efficient, clean and safe fueling and oiling of equipment.
• Ensure that equipment leaving the job is ready for the next assignment.
• Document with the Off-Hire Report.

• May require a high school diploma or equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or related area.
• Must possess strong working knowledge, skills and abilities for the position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management and supervision.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools, layout tools and measurement tools.

• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl on a construction/industrial site.
• Exposure to construction environments and changing outdoor weather conditions.
• Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
• May use ladders, mechanical platforms, manlifts or scaffolds to access equipment/work areas and must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and on uneven surfaces.
• Work in a noisy and dusty environment.
• May be required to move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing.

Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned company operates through a network of subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kiewit provides construction and engineering services across markets including transportation; oil, gas and chemical; power; building; marine; water/wastewater; industrial; and mining. Kiewit had 2024 revenues of $16.8 billion and employs 31,800 staff and craft employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Construction