Ben's Asphalt is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for assembling, maintaining and repairing equipment, machinery and vehicles and responsible for ensuring functionality and reliability of machines, engines and mechanical systems.
Duties & Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
· Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements.
· Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues.
· Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability.
· Responsible for all 90 day BIT Inspections & PSIP Testing.
· Responsible for providing documentation of all maintenance and repairs.
· Responsible for coordination of equipment repairs requested by Shop Foreman.
· Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner.
· Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems.
· Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components.
· Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery.
· Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users.
· Undertake other duties as assigned (e.g. repair of hydraulic systems, etc.)
· Keep logs of work and report on issues.
· Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; completing winterization procedures.
· Corrects vehicle 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, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
· Verifies vehicle 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 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.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· High school diploma is preferred; Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is a definite plus.
· Valid certification (ie. ASE) is preferred.
· Proven experience as Mechanic.
· Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical and other systems and their components.
· Aptitude in using various hand tools (screwdrivers, hammers etc.) and precision measurement tools (ie. Calipers).
· Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instruction, blueprints etc.
· A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines.
· Very good communication skills.
· A problem-solving ability.
· Very good physical strength and stamina.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- mechanic: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person