Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

Job description

Department: Construction Maintenance Shop

Status: Full Time

Base Rate: $25-$38 depending on experience

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri: Day Shift

Benefits: 1st of the month following 30 days

Reports To: Equipment Maintenance Manager

Travel: May be required to travel

POSITION SUMMARY

Mechanic position will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing various types of equipment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • 90-BIT inspections
  • DOT- inspections
  • Electrical charging/ starting/ lighting
  • Diagnosis of mechanical/ hydraulic problems
  • Testing/ repairing air brakes systems
  • Keeps equipment available for use by inspecting and testing.
  • Maintains equipment functional condition by listening to operator complaints; conducting inspections; repairing engine failures; repairing mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; replacing parts and components; repairing body damage.
  • Verifies vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

***Need experience in following equipment***

Kenworth T-800 Tractors

Concrete Pumps

Fork Lifts

Ford F-750, F-550, F-350, F-250, F-150

S130 Bobcats

185 & 375 Ingersoll rand compressors

Perkins T3 Diesel

Cummings Diesel

John Deer T4

Schwing Pumps

Ford Truck Certification

**California Driver’s License A or B is plus**

3+ years of experience

**** Must be able to repair all types of transportation equipment: gas and diesel

  • Perform maintenance and repair of various types of mobile construction equipment
  • Have knowledge of using hand tools and portable power tools
  • Possess strong technical knowledge of mechanical equipment
  • Ability to travel
  • Comply with the safety standards and precautionary measures while at work site
  • Experience and considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of various types of heavy equipment and other power driven equipment and tools
  • Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions
  • Ability to analyze and repair mechanical failures
  • Ability to work effectively and establish good working relationships with other employees
  • High School diploma or equivalent required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Employee required to remain on his or her feet in an upright position for continuous periods of time
  • Employee required to walk considerable distances in the facility and on job site
  • Employee required to raise or lower objects from one level to another regularly during the shift 50 to 100 pounds
  • Employee required, on a regular basis, to carry objects over 80 pounds
  • Employee required, on a regular basis, to push and pull 80 pounds
  • Employee regularly picks up objects with fingers
  • Employee regularly holding concrete pound pump hose for continuous periods of time
  • Employee regularly required to use the hands and arms to reach for objects

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Typical assignments frequently require that work be completed outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
  • Exposure to dirt and dust is routine and may require the use of protective clothing and respirators
  • Some jobs require an employee to work in an environment that involves exposure to unpleasant and noxious fumes and odors

The Company is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, military status or any other basis prohibited by law.

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