What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mobile and Equipment Mechanic position at NWH?
The Mobile and Equipment Mechanic is responsible for the preventative maintenance program, repairs and driving fleet reliability in Hamilton, MI, and potentially Byron Center, MI.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Proficiently manage scheduled equipment services and preventative maintenance inspections.
- Ensure all equipment is up to required safety standards.
- Work closely with operators to resolve maintenance and/or safety issues with equipment.
- Maintain accurate and up to date service records to monitor equipment history and support effective service scheduling.
- Perform equipment repairs in a safe and timely manner
- Communicate clearly with operations employees when equipment is needed for service.
- Interface with Site Manager to acquire needed parts and place lube orders
- Investigate the root cause of equipment failure and make long term fix.
- Conduct business in a professional manner with outside vendors
- Must follow all established safety policies. Must have a good safety record and positive, can-do attitude.
- Must be proficient in trouble shooting diesel, gasoline, and propane fueled engines as well as hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Must be able to service equipment - forklifts, log loaders, and wheel loaders including but not limited to: Cat, Hyster, Taylor, and John Deere
- Must have flexible schedule – overtime, weekends, holidays, be adaptable, and work where needed.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
- Must have a Valid Driver’s License and willing to travel within a two-hour radius.
- Build positive relationships plant-wide.
- Have a strong desire, dedication and determination to succeed.