Mechanic (Pavement Marking/Road Striping)

Job Description

Job Description

Pay starting at $37.72 to 39.92 per hour and up based on experience

Specialized Pavement Marking (SPM), is a best-in-class partner and premier leader in the Highway Striping / Pavement Marking industry.

Our customers look for us to provide safe working environments, provide a quality product, and produce our product in a timely manner, which are the three pillars we have used to generate success, Safety - Quality - Production .

In our time of growth, we are seeking dedicated and talented individuals to add to our team in Kennewick, Washington . We are currently looking to add a Fleet Mechanic / Heavy Equipment Mechanic to our SPM team.

Job Overview :

We are looking for an experienced Fleet Mechanic / Heavy Equipment Mechanic to perform repairs on construction heavy equipment (i.

e. sweepers, milling machines, road striping equipment, propane and diesel fired heaters, etc.)

Job Responsibilities / Duties :

• Repairs and maintains construction equipment of various types and sizes from light-duty to heavy-duty operating equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions as they arise
• Perform preventative maintenance following operations manuals as well as electrical and hydraulic diagrams / A / C units
• Remove and replace defective parts using hand and power tools
• Test repaired equipment to ensure proper performance when used
• Fabricate, weld and cut parts, using arc-welding / wire feed and flame cutting equipment
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery
• Ability to work safely and follow established Company Safety Policies
• Perform DOT Inspections
• Perform related and other duties as requested

Job Requirements :

• High School Diploma or GED
• Degree or certifications in mechanics, or similar field
• Welding and fabrication experience
• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Valid Class B Driver's License and a clean driving record a minimum requirement. Class A License would be strongly preferred (Haz Mat endorsement or ability to obtain is a plus
• Must be able to pass the pre-employment drug screening including the use of Marijuana
• Must have experience with diesel engines, DOT, and hydraulics
• Must have a manual-hand-finger dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
• Must be able to lift and / or transport +50 pounds
• Must be able to work in internal / external environments that may be in harsh weather conditions
• Exhibit teamwork
• Must be able to bring your own basic hand tools (specialty tools needed for the job will be provided for you to use at work)

Union wages + benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance, pension and paid sick leave)

Working Conditions outdoors; some local traveling. Exposure to various weather conditions, dust, fumes, and hazardous materials such as solvents, adhesives, paints, hot oil and other chemicals.

8hr+ work days / 40hr+ work weeks (as needed-can include nights / weekends).