Mechanic

Preferred Materials - Concrete Division, part of CRH South Division, is a leading supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, rebar and building materials in the state of Florida, providing the highest product quality and service in the construction industry. With headquarters in Tampa, Florida, and operations in five key Florida markets, Preferred Materials provides municipalities, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and suppliers a wide variety of construction materials and products. Our employees make Preferred Materials a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

We are currently seeking Full-Time Truck Mechanic (Ready Mix) for our Tampa Region in Florida.

The Fleet Mechanic will ensure Health & Safety standards are met by complying with legislation, company policies and promoting a safe work environment as well as being responsible for the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment within Preferred Materials Region as well as other miscellaneous work that needs to be performed. Heavy equipment includes trucks, wheel loaders, and other operating equipment. The Fleet Mechanic will be responsible for the completion of the necessary paperwork that is required as well as communicating any maintenance that needs to be completed to management. This person will also be expected to follow all safety regulations set forth by the company and also responsible for maintaining a clean work environment. This includes all equipment as well as the facility.

The Fleet Mechanic will be working in varying weather conditions, in dust and noisy areas. Substantial walking, bending, stooping, lifting or working in awkward or strained positions. Some hazard involved due to working in and around trucks and machinery. The Fleet Mechanic will be asked to work overtime as well as some weekends as business needs determine. 

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

• 1-3 years related experience preferred.
• Diesel repair, pneumatic, and fabricating experience preferred.
• Hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting ability preferred.
• Must have own tools to work (up to 1 inch).
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, add, subtract, multiple and divide in all units of measure.
• Must be self-motivated, take pride in his work, and always put safety first.
• Experience working on ready-mix trucks highly desirable.

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.