Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Overview

Are you looking for a new career and new challenges? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that offers both paid training and room to grow?

What We Offer:

Paid Training

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K plan with up to 6% employer match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Shift Premium

Health and Wellness Programs

Commuter/Van Services/Ripta

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Growth Opportunities

The ideal candidate will have experience performing repairs and PM's to a variety of heavy mobile equipment and vehicles to include mobile cranes, forklifts, and manlifts. Experience with special purpose vehicles (transporters and similar equipment) utilizing gasoline or diesel power and have mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems/controls not commonly found on transporters or ordinary transport trucks is preferred.

Responsibilities:

Conduct PM inspections and tests in accordance with written documents and Electric Boat standards

Complete major repairs and overhauls to various mobile equipment

Repair, replace, diagnose failed pistons, valves, bearings, cylinders, etc.

Repair and troubleshoot electromechanical controls on various mobile equipment

Perform all work in a safe manner as outlined by OSHA and company safety manual

Perform maintenance checks and inspections of fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, clutches, etc.

Test, troubleshoot, and adjust hydraulic valves, pumps and motors

Inspect, repair, and replace diesel engines, main bearing assemblies, steering assemblies, air and hydraulic brakes, etc.

Periodic travel to support major moves is required

Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience

3+ years of mechanic experience

Diesel engine repair and maintenance experience

Preferred:

Specific trade certifications/licensing

5+ years of mechanic experience

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are key to this role

Knowledge and skill to determine the cause of malfunctions and make necessary repairs to a variety of mobile equipment

Knowledge of electronics to identify and replace failed components

Must have basic knowledge to perform maintenance on various pumps, motors, internal gearing, hydraulic systems, and mechanical joints associated with mobile equipment

Ability to read and interpret service manuals, wiring diagrams, and other technical publications

Ability to trouble shoot and diagnose electrical and electronic control systems associated with mobile equipment.

Basic computer skills

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet