Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Technician

Under limited supervision, the Mechanic position performs repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment and vehicles; performs related work as assigned.Essential FunctionsDiagnoses and repairs vehicles and large heavy equipment.Performs routine maintenance and repairs of vehicles and large heavy equipment.Reads and interprets vehicle condition reports and repair orders.Completes paperwork associated with repairs and inspections.Follows all safety policies and procedures.Performs related work as assigned.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work EnvironmentFrequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.Exposure to outdoor, sometimes severe, weather conditions.Exposure to moving vehicles, heavy machinery, and loud noise levels on active jobsites.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, sitting and climbing for extended periods of time.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Ability to climb a ladder.Ability to work in confined spaces.Ability to wear PPE (Personal protective equipment).Ability to work with multiple hand-arm vibration tools.Must frequently lift or move items 50 pounds or more.Ability to work and walk on uneven terrain.Required Education and ExperienceHigh School diploma or GED.Minimum of one to three years experience on large heavy construction equipment.Diesel and hydraulic experience.Basic computer skills.Valid driver’s license.Preferred Education and ExperienceMechanic degree or certificate.CAT diagnostic and repair experience.Certificate in electrical diagnostic.Five years’ experience on large heavy construction equipment.TravelTravel may occasionally be required.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Sippel Development follows federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, natural origin, age, handicap, marital status, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation. All employees are expected to conduct themselves in such a manner so as to maintain a working environment free of unlawful discrimination.Powered by ExactHire:188412