Heavy Equipment Road Mechanic Opportunity in Laurel, MD

Talon Recruiting has partnered with a leading distributor of material processing equipment. We are in search of a Heavy Equipment Road Mechanic to join their team covering Laurel, MD.

We are seeking applicants with a minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience in heavy equipment repairs and routine maintenance.

Skills and Responsibilities

• Consistently ensures a safe work environment for self and others
• Respond to service calls on remote job sites for equipment such as crushers, screeners, conveyors, shredders, and grinders
• Ability to operate, inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, service, and maintain equipment, according to technical manuals, wiring and hydraulic diagrams, and spare parts manuals
• Perform major repair work, such as removal and replacement of components
• Perform all necessary repairs to keep our rental fleet and customer equipment in good operating condition
• Maintain tools and keep truck clean
• Conduct preventative maintenance and recommend wear parts replacement to avoid unnecessary repair and downtime
• Willingness to work under various job site conditions, and travel to different sites within the Carolinas
• Work in a proactive, safe manner in compliance with all safety protocols and training
• Document work performed and parts used, to ensure timely and accurate billing
• Check messages on a regular basis and respond accordingly
• Provide daily report to service manager
• Must be able to diagnose and repair equipment, both independently and with help from others
• Knowledge of crushing and screening equipment a plus
• Must be safety-oriented and exhibit safe work habits
• Defensive driving skills
• Physical ability to work under temperature extremes and for extended hours. Normal shift is 8-10 hours.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed
• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes
• Represent the company in a positive, professional manner

Qualifications

• Heavy equipment repair and maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)
• Hydraulics: 3 years (Preferred)
• Diesel engines: 3 years (Preferred)
• Welding experience: 3 years (Preferred)
• US work authorization
• Driver’s License: Valid, unrestricted, CDL preferred but not required
• Clean motor vehicle record
• High school diploma or GED
• Vocational or technical school certification is preferred, but not required
• Punctual and reliable
• Proficiency with required technology, including iOS and MS Windows products
• Strong communication skills
• MSHA certification
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

 Compensation:

• Competitive wages
• Field Truck
• Dispatched from home
• Company provided cell phone and laptop
• Paid holidays, vacation & sick time off
• Benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, & disability
• 401k