What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Mechanic position at CRH?
Job ID: 516822
Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.
Job Summary
As an Oldcastle Diesel Mechanic, you will be responsible for the preventive maintenance, repair, and installation of manufacturing equipment. Diesel Mechanics also provide maintenance support for the various facilities and structures on company property. The successful candidate must be able to work safely in a fast-paced, covered, and uncovered manufacturing facility.
Job Responsibilities
- Install, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair equipment, company fleet vehicles, loaders, forklifts, screeners, grinders, and special purpose machines as assigned
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and determine how to correct them, checking repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
- Operate a variety of hand and power tools to repair, grease, weld, cut, change parts and complete tasks as assigned
- Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions, following checklists
- Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly
- Dismantle equipment to gain access to and remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand tools and power tools
- Basic knowledge and troubleshooting related to electrical, hydraulics, pneumatic and mechanical systems
- Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
Job Requirements
- At least 5 years of maintenance experience with at least 2 years working in a manufacturing environment
- High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Working knowledge of basic safety programs, particularly lock-out/tag-out procedures and use of fall protection equipment
- Physical requirements include lifting up to 65 lbs., extended standing, walking, sitting, bending, climbing, working inside and outside, and use of fall protection equipment
- Able to perform job tasks in sometimes dusty, hot and/or cold working conditions
- Ability to think independently while successfully functioning in a team environment, with a proven track record of contributing toward team goals
- Operate mobile equipment as necessary
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
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Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.