Webber - Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Heavy Civil

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

Primarily responsible for the repair, service, and maintenance of heavy construction equipment in the field environment.

This will include b asic repair knowledge and troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulic, powertrain, and engine components.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to perform a variety of skilled duties which may involve inspection, diagnosis, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair on general heavy construction equipment and heavy truck
• Ability to understand and fill out service-related documents and paperwork in a timely manner
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections to ensure maintenance activities on performed in a timely manner
• Clean work vehicle and work area as necessary to maintain a safe work environment
• Meet all company, governmental and equipment related safety requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Service Manager
• Familiarity with the construction industry and experience working around heavy equipment is a must.
• Read and interpret specifications and manuals
• Ability to diagnose and repair a wide variety of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical equipment
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools, equipment, and diagnostic devices
• Must be able to communicate effectively with vendors, supervisors and equipment operators
• Must exhibit a high level of safety consciousness and a clear understanding of equipment safety
• Must have own tools.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and / or Human Resources.
• Ability to be able to operate heavy equipment and other assignments as directed.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge / skill.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 2 - 3 years experience as a heavy equipment / diesel mechanic, preferably in the field
• Requires the ability to lift, push or pull and move up to 70 pounds and must be capable of climbing, kneeling, twisting and bending in a varied environment
• Crane and welding experience is a plus

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Drivers License, OSHA10 / 30, First Aid and CPR
• Must maintain satisfactory driving record at all times which may be subject to approval by company's insurer and in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws

WORKING CONDITIONS

Outdoor / Field environment

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVEL

Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily product / technical nature.

MANUAL DEXTERITY

Manual dexterity sufficient to reach / handle items and work with the fingers and perceives attributes of objects and materials.

Note : The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer."

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