Heavy equipment mechanic job description

Minimum Physical Requirements
 Have full range of motion with neck, back, hands, and exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously
 Have vision at 20/40 with or without corrective lenses
 Have ability to hear at a normal level with or without hearing devices
 Be able to climb in/out of equipment without assistance
 Be able to lift 75 pounds
 Be able to walk on uneven surfaces, wear eye, ear and respiratory protection
 Be able to twist, stoop and bend while maintaining sure-footedness and balance
 Spend about 80% of your time on your feet or walking
 This is a ‘Safety-sensitive position’ which means a position in which an impairment caused by drug or alcohol usage would threaten the health or safety of any person

Essential Job Skills
 Perform maintenance on equipment to ensure working properly
 Operate equipment in all phases during normal conditions, night conditions, adverse weather and emergency situations; including hand and feet controls simultaneously
 Exercise good judgment about the safety and health of you and others
 Complete and understand the paperwork necessary for this job
 Be organized and able to execute verbal and written instructions
 Be able to work with others and also to work independently on assigned tasks
 Maintain good housekeeping at all times in work area
 Accurately complete a daily time card and other paperwork as required

Education/Other Requirements

 Diesel Mechanic Degree
 Possess a valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job. The Job Description is not an employment contract. The Company reserves the right to modify the job duties or job description at any time.

Mechanic - Heavy Equipment FULL-TIME
$29.41/hr, plus $1500 new hire bonus, see details below
Sierra Pacific Industries is seeking a qualified Heavy Equipment Mechanic at our Quincy division.
About The Position
Perform preventative and routine maintenance on both gas and propane forklifts, loaders, and other various equipment
Recognize, troubleshoot and repair mechanical defects
Conduct safety inspections of equipment and maintain maintenance records
Perform duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations
There is occasional heavy lifting and working in both hot and cold work environments
Work may consist of day or swing shift, with some overtime, weekend and holiday work during busy production times
Qualifications
Working knowledge of both gasoline and diesel engines, equipment hydraulics, and electrical systems preferred
Preference give to applicants with fabrication and metal work experience
Proven prior experience working on various machines including the above mentioned equipment
All applicants must be at least age 18
Why Join Our Team?
Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better.
We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan with low cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions, and company paid Life Insurance. In addition, for over 38 years, the Sierra Pacific Foundation has provided scholarships to help the children of our crew members with education expenses. Each year, the Foundation gives an average of $500,000 in scholarships.
Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
REM-04 WS-04

Schedule


Shift start: 3:00PM
Shift length: 9 hours
Various shifts available


Benefits


Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 90 days Paid time off 401(k) plan


Qualifications


Must pass drug screen (cannabis included) Can lift 50 lbs Must be at least 18+ years old



$1500 new hire incentive


Up to $1500, paid at 3 intervals
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Warehouse & Production

Arcosa Aggregates is searching for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic for our Rosser, TX plant. In this role you will support a
positive safety culture by directing the activities and staff within a 24/7 aggregate environment that is regulated by MSHA
safety standards. As a Mechanic, you will support a mining operation by keeping heavy mobile equipment in good operating condition in order to meet production needs.

Arcosa Aggregates is a leading producer and distributor in the Western and Southwestern U.S. of natural aggregates, including crushed stone, sand and gravel, asphalt rock, and other products.

What you'll do:
• Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures and applicable government regulations
• Identifies mechanical problems visually and/or with computer diagnostic equipment
• Oils and lubricates moving parts on heavy equipment in a mining environment to ensure effective performance.
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Orders and installs replacement parts for heavy mobile equipment.
• Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
• Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently.
• Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
• Coordinates with plant or maintenance managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines
to complete in a timely manner.
• Collaborates with product or plant manager regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Ability to diagnose break downs
• Performs preventative maintenance or makes repairs on rolling stock and heavy equipment (e.g., Oil changes, clean-out)
• Able to perform repairs like remove and install motors, spring and brake work, general repairs
• Be able to perform multiple tasks.
• Sound problem solving skills
• Be able to communicate with your supervisors, drivers and to function as a team member

What you'll need:
• 4 to 5 years of experience working on heavy mobile equipment in a mining environment.
• Prompt, regular and predictable attendance
• The ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, climb stairs, ladders and catwalks up to 60 feet as required and lift weights up to 60 pounds.
• The ability to work in a varied outdoor environment (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy)
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of heavy equipment and repair.
• Proficient with related computer diagnostic equipment and software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to visually diagnose mechanical issues.
• Ability to read service and repair manuals.
• Ability to read work orders.
• Ability to perform repairs in a timely fashion.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)