What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic position at Durr Heavy Construction, LLC?
Description
Summary of Responsibilities:
Responsible for installing, inspecting, testing, repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining all types of vehicles and heavy equipment to keep them in efficient operating condition.
Taking Charge
Durr TAKES CHARGE in constructing strong foundations upon which to build. Our focus is to do it SAFE and to do it RIGHT the first time. Our vision is to make an IMPACT and to KICK ASS, INNOVATE, MAKE MONEY, HAVE FUN and REPEAT every day/all day. We hold every employee to this standard of “Taking Charge,” and we expect this behavior to drive everything we do.
The Take Charge MECHANIC
Maintains equipment and tools to ensure long-lasting use.
The mechanic must have their own tools and be willing to travel to our job sites for equipment servicing. They will use the Durr vehicle for this purpose and must possess a valid driver's license and have a clear motor vehicle record (MVR), so they will not need to use their own gas.
The Mechanic must be ok or a road mechanic with experience in working on heavy equipment. The ideal candidate should be able to troubleshoot broken machinery and identify issues such as battery problems, wiring faults, or leaks in the field. This mechanic should also have skills in welding, changing tracks on machines, and, most importantly, diagnosing equipment problems.
Adheres to all safety regulations and reports any violations to field supervision immediately.
Be Proactive
Three to five years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic. Welding experience preferred.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. They often lift heavy parts and tools, handle greasy and dirty equipment, and stand or lie in uncomfortable positions. The employee may frequently lift and/or move items over 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will usually work indoors, where the noise level can be loud.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Responsible for installing, inspecting, testing, repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining all types of vehicles and heavy equipment to keep them in efficient operating condition.
Taking Charge
Durr TAKES CHARGE in constructing strong foundations upon which to build. Our focus is to do it SAFE and to do it RIGHT the first time. Our vision is to make an IMPACT and to KICK ASS, INNOVATE, MAKE MONEY, HAVE FUN and REPEAT every day/all day. We hold every employee to this standard of “Taking Charge,” and we expect this behavior to drive everything we do.
The Take Charge MECHANIC
Maintains equipment and tools to ensure long-lasting use.
- Operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects
- Repairs trucks and heavy equipment in a timely manner
- Removes and repairs engine, transmission, or differential
- Rebuilds buckets, dump bodies, broken parts, appropriate structural members, etc., using welding equipment
- Rewires lights, tarps, and other electrical components
- Adjusts and repairs brakes and fixes hydraulic leaks and cylinders
- Tests overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency
- Welds broken parts and appropriate structural members
- Removes, repairs, and replaces tires for motor vehicle fleet and heavy equipment
- Performs all other duties as assigned by the Equipment Manager
The mechanic must have their own tools and be willing to travel to our job sites for equipment servicing. They will use the Durr vehicle for this purpose and must possess a valid driver's license and have a clear motor vehicle record (MVR), so they will not need to use their own gas.
The Mechanic must be ok or a road mechanic with experience in working on heavy equipment. The ideal candidate should be able to troubleshoot broken machinery and identify issues such as battery problems, wiring faults, or leaks in the field. This mechanic should also have skills in welding, changing tracks on machines, and, most importantly, diagnosing equipment problems.
Adheres to all safety regulations and reports any violations to field supervision immediately.
- Maintains a clean work area; picks up all tools and equipment and secures work area daily to eliminate potential hazards
- Follows proper safety and incident reporting procedures, bringing problems to the attention of the Equipment Manager
Be Proactive
- Anticipate future needs and address them today (not tomorrow)
- Take ownership of your actions and honor your commitments made to other
- Always be honest and share your thoughts to improve yourself and the team
- Do what it takes to get the job done right and safe the first time
- Acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of teammates
- Build strong win-win relationships with all teammates
- Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance
- Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance
- Knowledge of safety precautions
- Hand, eye, and foot coordination
- Understands, follows, and transmits written and oral instructions
- Meets attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
Three to five years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic. Welding experience preferred.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. They often lift heavy parts and tools, handle greasy and dirty equipment, and stand or lie in uncomfortable positions. The employee may frequently lift and/or move items over 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will usually work indoors, where the noise level can be loud.
