Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Diesel needed
Position Summary
This position performs preventive maintenance, performs diagnostics and makes repairs on heavy construction equipment and on-highway trucks in the safest, most effective way possible to avoid downtime
Responsibilities
Ensures a safe work environment in compliance
with all safety policies and procedures using the
appropriate tools and equipment for the task
Performs diagnostic tasks in order to properly
source parts and accurately repair heavy equipment
and vehicles, including but not limited to diesel
trucks, trailers, loaders, backhoes, skid steers,
etc.
Cleans, lubricates, and performs preventative
maintenance work on equipment and vehicles
Dismantles and reassembles heavy equipment using
hoists and hand tools, as needed
Operates and inspects machines or heavy equipment to
diagnose defects
Overhauls and tests machines or equipment to ensure
operating efficiency
Examines parts for damage or excessive wear,
repairing and replacing damaged or worn parts
Troubleshoots and rewires electrical systems
Tests mechanical products and equipment after repair
or assembly to ensure proper performance and
compliance with manufacturer’s specifications
Researches, orders, and maintains the inventory of
parts for service and repairs
Completes all paperwork as necessary, including but
not limited to work orders, parts requests, time
cards, logs, pre-trip/post-trip inspections, etc.
May make service calls and roadside repairs as
needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be safety-oriented and exhibit safe work habits
General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools,
precision measuring tools and instruments, laptop
computers and diagnostic software
General knowledge of heavy equipment operations,
systems and components (engines, electrical,
hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic), repair methods
and common issue
Strong computer diagnostic skills
Must be able to obtain or currently possess adequate
tools to perform all assigned duties
Perform well in a “TEAM” environment
Ability to meet attendance schedule with
dependability and consistency
Flexibility to work various schedules including
shift work, required overtime and weekends
Communicate effectively, both written and verbally
Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen
Minimum Education and Experience
Must have valid CDL Class B with air brake
indorsement
Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment/on-highway truck
maintenance experience or related field that
showcases skills with mechanical, hydraulic, and
electrical systems
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Trade
school or equivalent training desired
Physical Requirements & Conditions
Ability to lift 75 pounds
Must be able to perform physical activities that
require considerable use of your arms and legs and
moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting,
balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of
materials
Must be able to travel to different areas. Areas of
travel include: Uvalde, Eagle Pass, Sabinal,
Bracketville, Midland, Big Lake, Rankin and other
areas as assigned in Texas.
Pay
Starting wages depend on knowledge, skills and
experience
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Fax: (830)591-1482