Truck and Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Truck and Equipment Mechanic

Ram Jack NM - Straight Line Construction

Albuquerque, NM

Straight Line Construction is a family owned and operated business, founded in Pueblo, CO in the early 1980s with locations in CO, AZ and NM.

We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, and a preferred vendor status. Foundation repair is a unique market niche within the construction industry, and we help customers just looking for a minor repair up to large commercial projects on historic buildings.

We are looking for an experienced shop / field mechanic to perform preventative maintenance, repair, and fabrication of heavy and light duty trucks, mobile equipment, including earth moving equipment.

We maintain a safe, drug-free workplace. Upon offer of employment, all prospective candidates are required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prioritizes SAFETY, then QUALITY, followed by PRODUCTION.
• Ensure a safe work environment for self and others at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment; report to work on time as scheduled.
• Conducts major repairs to all types of equipment (Light duty trucks, Heavy duty trucks and Construction equipment) as required to ensure proper working condition (dismantle / reassemble / rebuild equipment, fabricate parts and equipment).
• Perform fabrication / welding and repair to processing and mobile equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to avoid unnecessary repairs and minimize down time.
• Perform annual inspections, evaluations, and repairs.
• Maintain an accurate schedule and record of all equipment along with vehicle maintenance logs and reports.
• Perform duties in both a shop and field environment.

Skills / Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills are required (English).
• Basic computer skills. (Open Excel files and use Outlook for email).
• Must be safety oriented and exhibit safe work habits at all times.
• Punctual and reliable. Excellent attendance required.
• Minimum 5+ years of automotive repair, heavy equipment and / or on-highway truck maintenance experience or related field that showcases skills with mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Technical training may be a substitute for some experience requirement.

Physical Requirements

• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions or in shop.
• Most hours will be in the shop but will need to perform onsite repairs from time to time.
• Able to lift 75 pounds.
• Willing to work overtime.
• Able to work from elevated platforms or confined spaces.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical / drug / alcohol test.
• Prefer you supply and use your own good working set of mechanics tools.

Benefits

• Workdays Monday to Friday
• Paid overtime - earn extra money.
• Weekly pay via direct deposit - you don't have to wait for your money or go to the bank.
• Wage increase for proven performance, excellent customer service and teamwork. .
• Company provided shirts and safety equipment - boot reimbursement annually.
• Medical Insurance, paid sick leave, paid vacation time off, IRA Match.
• Enjoy a permanent full-time position with year-round employment!

Submit your resume or contact the hiring manager Casey Connell via email [email protected] or call the office during business hours 505-771-8890.