Lone Star Materials is Hiring a Field / Shop Heavy Equipment Mechanic Near San Antonio, TX
Description The Field/Shop Mechanic is accountable for ensuring that company-owned tools, equipment and vehicles are maintained in good working order at all times, consistent with direction provided by his/her direct manager. Responsibilities
Evaluate condition of defective tools, equipment and fleet vehicles located at the Yard or at construction job sites; collaborate with the Equipment Manager in trouble shooting defective equipment and participate in discussions to arrive to solutions for dealing with defective items
For items requiring more extensive or unusual repairs, prepare an estimate of cost to complete repair and seek authorization to proceed from Equipment Manager before commencing repair
Following a standard maintenance schedule developed collaboratively with the Equipment Manager, perform routine maintenance on company-owned tools, equipment and vehicles. Ensure that maintenance is performed on schedule, to standard and that accurate logs of such maintenance are kept up to date
Place approved orders for replacement parts with vendors; ensure that the Equipment Manager is informed of all such deliveries and that all associated paperwork is provided to the Equipment
Before departing work each day, ensure that the shop area is neat, clean and orderly; all tools are stored in their proper place and the shop surfaces are free of trash and debris
Additional responsibilities as may be assumed or assigned from time to time in support of our company's effort to achieve client loyalty
Position Requirements Formal Education & Certification Trade school or 3-5 years' experience preferred. MUST HAVE CDL Knowledge & Experience
Able to summarize actions and communicate information to supervisor.
Able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines.
Able to perform duties independently.
Able to follow through and complete tasks as assigned in a timely manner.