Mechanic Field 1-Day Shift

Job Summary

Inspect, diagnose, adjust, repair and maintain heavy equipment and transportation vehicles including cars; light, medium and heavy trucks; paving and earthmoving equipment. This hourly, non-exempt position will function independently with guidance from the Shop Superintendent or Shop Leader.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate initiative in analyzing and solving problems.
• Proficiently troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and rebuild all system failures on mobile and stationary equipment.
• Safely perform all essential functions.
• Generate report of parts necessary and time required to complete project.
• Operate equipment which may or may not require a commercial drivers license for diagnosing and testing purposes.
• Accurately generate in a timely manner all repair work orders including parts, fluids, labor, repair work and mileage.
• Perform cleanup at end of day or when job is completed including cleaning tools and putting tools in proper storage.
• Demonstrate diplomatic proactive communication with Leaders and Equipment Operators concerning equipment and job-related projects.
• Use welding and flame-cutting equipment to perform welding duties.
• Consistently work on personal growth plan.
• Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
• Frequently work more than 40 hours per week. Occasionally work non-traditional hours including Night shift, Saturdays and Sundays.
• Regular travel to regional job sites is required.
• May require periodic travel and overnight stay outside of region.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
  
  

Knowledge of

• Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in repairing and maintaining mobile equipment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Construction operations.
  
  

Ability to

• Operate tools and equipment used to repair equipment.
• Take and follow instructions.
• Ability to learn and follow GOH Company policies.
• Ability to function independently with minimal guidance.
• Mentor SSE personnel as directed.
  
  

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license for state in which you reside with acceptable driving record per company minimum standards for drivers.
• Prefer Class A CDL with HazMat and Tanker endorsements.
• Prefer Class A state inspection license.
• Must possess complete set of tools.
• Must be proficient in troubleshooting techniques.
• Must be proficient in hydraulic principles and systems.
• Must be proficient in fundamentals of engines.
• Must be proficient in power and drive train principles.
• Must be proficient in machine electronics.
• Must be proficient in cutting and welding processes.
• Must be proficient in fuel systems.
  
  

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Prefer completion of Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology program from an accredited vocational or technical school.
  
  

Experience

• Prefer ten years of experience as a heavy equipment or truck technician.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work with fuel and other petroleum products.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb on and off equipment safely.
• Ability to bend, kneel, or squat to reach repair areas.
• Ability to work in shop or field environments with exposure to dust, welding fumes, exhaust vapors, noise, confined spaces, and inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
  
  

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.