Heavy Equipment Mechanic Helper

Position Summary

Assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

Experience Level

Entry

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Learn to read and understand plans and specifications, which includes the Operator's Manuals for equipment repair.
• Learn to use appropriate hand and power tools to repair, replace or perform maintenance on equipment
• Receive equipment assigned to the job and document the condition; set this equipment up on a regular service and inspection schedules
• Assist with organizing a library of reference material, equipment files, and backlog schedules
• Learn to assist equipment operators in effectively using the Daily Walkaround Report
• Learn to assist the project with the generation of an accurate Equipment Locator
• Assure the efficient, clean and safe fueling and oiling of equipment
• Assure that equipment leaving the job is Job-ready for the next assignment
• Learn how to document with the Off-Hire Report.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess knowledge skills and abilities for position
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision
• Field experience in chosen craft discipline
• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools.

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.