Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

The primary function of this position is to troubleshoot, remove, install, replace, re-build, repair, & test parts/equipment on construction equipment at an expert level. Our goal is for you to learn everything you can from our current shop manager, and eventually take over his position. Daily tasks include but are not limited to:

- Check the equipment and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, comply with PPE requirements, and otherwise prepare for duties

- Uses manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, parts diagrams to perform independent troubleshooting and repair of construction equipment

- Uses lift trucks, overhead cranes, & other aides to lift or move parts into position to be repaired

- Uses hand & power tools to remove, install, replace, re-build, repair, & test parts/equipment on construction equipment

- Uses tools to disassemble/re assemble parts or equipment; cleans parts with rags, cleaners, power washer; uses test equipment to make diagnostic checks; and controls powered equipment or tools to make repairs

- Climbs up onto, under, & into vehicles to gain access to all parts of vehicle

- Uses overhead hoists, lift devices, forklifts & other aides to move items off vehicle (tracks, idler wheels, blades, etc.) & then to move parts to locations for disassembly, repair, then back to the vehicle for reassembly

- Proficient at performing inspections, do preventative maintenance, repair engine, power train, hydraulic and electrical components at an advance level on numerous model lines

- Use power washers & spray paint equipment to clean & paint vehicle

- Uses instruments and computers to reprogram equipment controllers

Education/Experience:

Must have own transportation to shop. Previous shop experience is preferred. This is an EXCELLENT opportunity for the right person with good work ethic and wants to grow with a quickly expanding company that has been on business for almost 20 years.