Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Req #: 1346)

Peckham Industries

Location: Catskill, NY

Pay Range: N/A

Salary Interval: Full Time

Description:Application InstructionsAbout Us: Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our family by choice ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the companys construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Position DescriptionJob Summary:The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the mobile equipment fleet within the specified territory to ensure alignment with the Companys vision and objectives. This individual will manage our maintenance and repair facility while always keeping safety at the forefront of everything we do. This is a union position affiliated with Local 1

• Essential Functions:
• Focused.. Support the companys mission, vision, values, and operational goals by prioritizing safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency in all activities.
• Safety always wins. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop and work environment, ensuring the safety of employees, visitors, and contractors through strong housekeeping practices and adherence to safety standards.
• Dedication. Ensure full compliance with FMCSA fleet maintenance regulations and company standards by maintaining accurate service records, managing the upkeep of the service truck, and following 5S practices.
• Communicate. Coordinate with Plant Managers and operations teams to prioritize equipment repairs and maintenance needs to support production and operational continuity.
• Ownership and caring. Manage the procurement of parts, vendor services, and repair resources, including communicating with vendors and dispatching manufacturer service providers (e.g., Milton CAT, Anderson Komatsu) when required under service agreements.
• Determined. Maintain appropriate inventory levels of wear parts, lubricants, and maintenance supplies necessary to support equipment and vehicle reliability across assigned sites.
• Protect family and friends. Plan, schedule, and perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on company vehicles, trailers, and heavy equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Obligated. Utilize diagnostic software and tools (e.g., CAT ET, Cummins Insite, Komtrax, VisionLink) to troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Measurement. Accurately track and code maintenance costs, including parts purchases and external repair services, to support financial accountability and reporting.
• Results matter. Contribute to annual budgeting, capital expenditure planning, and cost-saving initiatives related to equipment, fleet, and facility operations.
• Committed to serve. Oversee facility and building maintenance, including HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and safe access/egress, to ensure a safe and functional work environment.
• Respect and engage. Support plant operations and production teams with equipment or facility repairs as needed to maintain operational efficiency.
  
  

Position RequirementsRequirements, Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED, required
• Minimum 5 years