Diesel / Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description





Full-Time Diesel / Heavy Equipment Mechanic:





$23.00 - $35.00 per hour starting wages depending upon experience.





Company sponsored CDL Program for eligible employees.





CDL License a plus but not required.





Call out / weekend work as needed.





Determines vehicle/equipment condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.





Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.





Corrects vehicle/equipment deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.





Verifies vehicle/equipment performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.





Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.





Maintains vehicle/equipment appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.





Maintains vehicle/equipment records by annotating services and repairs.





Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.





Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.





Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.





Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.





Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.