Mechanic (Heavy Duty)

Summary: Performs a complete range and variety of major, minor and routine repairs on heavy equipment or heavy vehicles.

Essential Job Functions:

• Operating and inspecting equipment to diagnose defects
• Visually inspecting and listening to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions
• Dismantling and reassembling trucks, machines, and equipment to gain access to problem area
• Examining parts for damage or excessive wear and determining re-usability
• Repairing, replacing, cleaning, and lubricating parts as necessary
• Repairing malfunctioning hydraulic components
• Diagnosing and correcting electrical problems
• Replacing malfunctioning subassemblies and components (e.g., transmissions, clutches, differentials, engines, etc.)
• Welding, cutting, and fabricating of all equipment and components
• Changing oil, checking and changing batteries, and performing complete lubrication tasks on equipment and machinery
• Changing tires and repairing tires and tubes
• Testing repaired equipment to ensure operating efficiency
• Performing preventive maintenance
• Making recommendations for equipment to be repaired by outside sources
• Requisitioning parts and equipment
• Record keeping and reporting
• Providing general housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe facility

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience:

• CDL B with air brakes
• 5-7 years experience
• Knowledge of heavy equipment & mixer trucks
• Knowledge of engines
• Knowledge of hydraulics
• Knowledge of braking systems
• Knowledge of driveline to include clutch, flywheel, transmissions, and differentials
• Knowledge of steering mechanisms and suspensions
• Knowledge of electrical systems
• Mechanical skills
• Welding, cutting, and fabricating skills
• Ability to manipulate tools (e.g., hand tools, power tools
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to understand manuals

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Using hands to manipulate tools
• Standing, walking for extended period of time
• Working outside
• Crawling under truck on back
• Bending, kneeling, stooping
• Climbing
• Working at elevated heights
• Manipulating components in hard to reach places with hands or tools
• Hearing