Diesel Shop Mechanic

JOB TITLE: Shop Mechanic

REPORTS TO: Shop Foreman

JOB SUMMARY:
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, such as bulldozer, graders, trucks, automobiles and other equipment used in the construction industry.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY:

· Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on a variety of construction equipment and vehicles.

· Operate and inspect automobiles, machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.

· Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.

· Dismantle and reassemble automobiles, machines or heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.

· Test products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufactures’ specifications.

· Overhaul, Test, Repair and Replace brake systems, clutches, transmissions, differentials, power systems, cooling systems, steering systems, hydraulic, and pneumatics on any system used on medium and heavy duty trucks and equipment.

· Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.

· Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.

· Repair heavy duty engines including CAT, Mack, and Cummins.

· Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.

· Must have own basic hand tools and tool box.

· Work closely with Shop Foreman on special assignment or jobs.

· Work closely with Parts Coordinator to ensure parts are obtained accurately and timely.

· Work safely at all times, observing all CRI Policies, OSHA Regulations, and Site Specific requirements and policies

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

· Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D.

· Language: Must be able to communicate clearly in English both in speaking and in writing.

· Specialized knowledge: Experience with applicable DOT Compliance requirements for Heavy Trucks and Equipment used in the construction industry (OSHA Construction Regulations); transmission and clutch replacement experience required, knowledge of machines and tools, including designs, uses, repair and maintenance. Provide customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services.

· Skills: Requires strong attention to detail. Must be computer proficient; Troubleshooting abilities to determine causes and decision-making abilities to fix issues; Equipment maintenance, repair, operation monitoring and control, critical thinking using logic and reasoning to identify issues, alternative solutions, conclusions and approaches to identify and fix issues as required.

· Abilities: Ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions; Manual dexterity, Arm-Hand Steadiness, ability to see details at close range; Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms and/or legs. Ability to quickly respond; Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. Ability to communicate effectively with others; able to clearly lead/direct operations involving multiple tools, pieces of machinery and equipment; can learn and retain new skills

· Professional Certification: None

· Licenses: Valid drivers’ license required, must possess or be willing to obtain CDL Class B if needed.

· Experience: A minimum one year fleet experience in a Shop environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
· Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with possible exposure to weather elements year round such as rain, snow, cold, dry, hot, and windy conditions and with weather conditions changing without warning. Indoors environment is not controlled.

· Ground conditions will vary based on weather conditions or site conditions and may include working in mud and water.

· Exposure to noise and dust from heavy equipment and construction operations.

·Exposure to hazardous and large equipment, with heavy moving parts, working in cramped workspaces in sometime awkward positions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This is a working position and is a physically demanding job. Expectations to stand, walk, squat, work on your knees, hold awkward uncomfortable positions for extended periods, lift, carry, hold, objects; work with hand and power tools.

EXPECTED WORKING HOURS:
Typical working hours are Monday through Friday 7a.m. until 5p.m. Overtime and weekend hours may be required.
WORK REPORTING LOCATIONS:
Northern Colorado
Employees are expected to have reliable transportation to and from the work reporting location.
TRAVEL:
None

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None

This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification. The duties described are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive to any specific employee.
Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Connell Resources, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is the operating policy of this company to afford all persons equal employment opportunity without any regard to their race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex , national origin or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Colorado is an employment-at-will state, and regardless of the method of payment of your wages or salary, your employment will be for no definite period. Employment and compensation can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time at the option of either Connell Resources, Inc. or you. Connell Resources will E-Verify all candidates after hired to determine employment eligibility with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $29.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Collins, CO 80528 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30