Equipment Mechanic Job Description

Position Specifics:

Reports to: Equipment Manager

Desired Experience/Skills: 

• Strong organizational skills
• Three year clean MVR
• Two plus years combination of education or experience in diesel or heavy equipment mechanics
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Ability to use standard desktop applications such as MS Office and internet functions
• Ability to work extended hours and some weekends
• Strong multitasking and time management skills
• Understanding computer testing technology
• Posses a valid driver’s license

Purpose:

To inspect, service, and maintain a range of heavy-duty construction equipment and vehicles.  A mechanic will be responsible for driving to job sites, inspecting engines and equipment, carrying out services, conducting repairs, and providing routing maintenance to the construction fleet.

Responsibilities

• Inspect trucks, excavators, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment for proper performance
• Diagnose faults using computerized testing equipment
• Adjust equipment and replace faulty parts
• Clean, lubricate, and conduct routine services on heavy-duty vehicles
• Clean and service machine attachments
• Report damaged, faulty, or neglected equipment to management
• Maintain inventory and appropriate records
• Requisition replacement parts
• Order and pick up parts and supplies necessary for assigned maintenance and repair work
• Interact with vehicle/equipment operators to help determine service and repair needs
• Observe safety codes at all times
• Report injuries to management
• May be required to do general office work, shop work, or housekeeping