Twehous Excavating Company Inc is a privately held, regional, open-shop construction company based in Jefferson City, Missouri. We are a heavy/civil construction company specializing in heavy haul trucking, drilling and blasting, heavy earthmoving, site grading, utility work and concrete flatwork in Missouri and throughout the Midwest. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Affirmative Action (AA) employer.
Twehous Excavating Company Inc Compensation and Benefit Offerings:
- Pay is commensurate with education and experience
- Health, Dental, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401K with Company Match
- Potential for Advancement
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Perform routine maintenance, lubrication, and servicing of heavy equipment and machinery in field and shop.
- Check and replace engine oils, hydraulic fluids, coolants, and other necessary fluids.
- Identify mechanical issues and perform minor repairs on-site.
- Follow safety protocols when handling hazardous materials and operating machinery.
- Document services performed, including fluid levels, replaced parts, and any repairs made.
- Manage stock levels of lubricants, filters, and parts in the service truck.
- Communicate with equipment operators and site managers regarding service needs and equipment status.
- Provide on-site emergency repairs to minimize equipment downtime.
- Maintain and ensure the proper functioning of all tools and equipment in the lube truck.
- Other duties as assigned
Education/Skills and Specifications:
- High School Degree (preferred)
- 2-5 years of experience as a mechanic or mechanic’s helper OR a technical university degree or certificate
- Basic or advanced math skills
- General knowledge of construction materials, tools, and equipment
- Ability to work with different construction equipment/tools
- Manual dexterity
- Ability to effectively communicate with crew, contractors and Job Superintendent(s)
- Understand instructions from supervisory positions, both written and verbal
- Possess necessary communication skills in both written and verbal forms
- Must be punctual, have a strong work ethic, and maintain a good attendance record
- Must be able to work as a team on all projects
Position Requirements:
- Consent to authorization of a pre-employment work screen
- Must be able to pass a drug screen
- Consent to authorization of a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record request
- Class A CDL is preferred
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Willingness to work overtime, nights, weekends, as needed
- Willingness to travel/work out of town
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements to successfully perform the job functions related to this position are:
- Ability to reach below/at/above shoulders
- Pushing/Pulling
- Twisting/Bending
- Sitting/Standing/Balancing
- Simple/Firm grasping
- Ability to carry up to 75 pounds
- Ability to lift/lower up to 75 pounds
- Squatting/Stooping/Crouching
- Kneeling/Crawling
Twehous Excavating will give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
