Forward March Inc. is collaborating with a prominent construction equipment rental company, aiming to expedite Veterans and military spouses towards significant career opportunities in this industry. Job description below:

Our company is a proud Second Chance employer that evaluates every candidate on a case-by-case basis.

The position consists of performing regular preventative maintenance and major repairs on a wide range construction equipment and delivery vehicle fleet to ensure the equipment operates safely and properly. The position also includes advanced troubleshooting on electrical, hydraulic, ignition, pneumatic systems, diesel and gas engines as well as drive trains. May occasionally perform field repairs and maintenance.

About the Position:

• Work Environment: Mechanics in this role often work outdoors, exposed to various weather conditions such as rain, snow, or sunshine. They may need to perform repairs and maintenance in less than ideal weather conditions.
• Safety: This is a safety-sensitive position, which means that mechanics must adhere to strict safety protocols to protect themselves and others while working with heavy machinery and equipment. Safety is a top priority to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Mechanics in this role are responsible for performing routine preventative maintenance on diesel and aerial equipment. This includes tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, and inspections to ensure the equipment is in good working condition. They also need to troubleshoot and diagnose issues with the equipment and perform necessary repairs.
• Variety of Equipment: Mechanics work with a range of equipment, including diesel engines, aerial lifts, and smaller tools. They need to be familiar with the specific maintenance and repair requirements of each type of equipment. We do provide continuous training for all of our mechanics.
• Safety Compliance: Mechanics must adhere to safety regulations and guidelines, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following safety procedures to minimize risks associated with working on heavy machinery.

Requirements

Preferred Qualities/Experience:

• Must have five to seven years of strong diagnostic and repair of heavy construction equipment. There is no wiggle room on this.
• Must have the tools you need to do the job; your hands will only get your so far.
• High quality control. Respect your work and make it known.
• Can read and understand electrical, hydraulic and mechanical schematics, and demonstrative knowledge.
• Knowledge of the area and ability to use pin-drop directions.

Benefits

At our company, every employee is valued, respected, and fairly compensated. More importantly, every employee has a voice that deserves to be heard. We are working hard to challenge the typical ways of business and develop an environment where our employees feel safe, comfortable, and look forward to coming to work. No matter which location you visit, you can’t help but feel the close-knit work-family environment.

We have strategically and organically grown our company from within, promoting from the ground up and providing employees with opportunities to explore their different passions within our own walls. This culture allows our people to develop valuable, marketable skills they can use throughout their career. Plus, with benefits like Baby Bonding, My Holiday vacation time, and discounts on everything from movie tickets to cell phone bills, we’re constantly evolving our resources to provide our people with tools to make their lives easier!

Company Perks:

• Uniforms Provided AND cleaned for FREE
• Work Boot Allowance
• Rent ANY of our equipment for FREE
• FREE Prescription Safety Glasses
• Unique Vacation Overtime Averaging benefit that pays you overtime while you’re on vacation!

We are actively fostering a workplace culture where individuals of all identities and life experiences feel genuinely valued, respected, and appreciated. As a proud equal-opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We recognize and celebrate the unique perspectives they bring, with the understanding that they are the fuel for the innovative ideas that drive the evolution of our industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

A Drug Free Workplace and Participates in E-Verify

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Please contact Jeanette at jduke@fmi.vet for more information.