Mechanic

Reports To: Lead Mechanic
Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt, Full-time
Position Location: Jonesboro, GA
Overview:
The Mechanic must inspect, service, and maintain our range of heavy-duty construction equipment. This mechanic is responsible for driving to various job sites across our regional territories to inspect engines and equipment, carry out service, conduct repairs, and provide routine maintenance to the construction fleet.
Key Abilities for Position Success:
Building Collaborative Relationships: Must have the ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support. Confronts all problems with an intent to find solutions rather than blame. Establishes “win-win” relationships as opposed to “us versus them” relationships.
Reflects Company Values: Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability
Daily Duties:

Inspecting gradalls, Trucks, heavy equipment, barrier wall equipment, and other equipment as needed.
Diagnosing Faults using computerized testing equipment.
Adjusting equipment and replacing faulty parts.
Repairing damaged equipment parts.
Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine service on heavy-duty vehicles.
Performing major repair work when necessary
Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to management.
Comply with OSHA safety laws and regulations.

Position Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Certification as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or relevant experience preferred.
Proven work experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic.
Understanding of computer testing technology.
Extensive knowledge of diesel engines and construction equipment.
Ability to work after-hours/nights/weekends if required.
Good Communication skills.
Attention to detail and advanced organizational skills.
Ability to work independently, as well as within a cross-functional team environment.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve practical problems, make logical decisions, and communicate ideas.

Working Conditions:
Physical Requirements

Sit, walk, kneel, bend, crawl, and crouch for extended periods of time.
Ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of machines or vehicles to exact positions.
Ability to judge the distances between you and an object, depth perception.
Ability to respond to a signal when it appears, reaction time.
Coordinate the use of hands, arms, and legs fully. Reach for the handle and use it to manipulate objects and materials.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Vision – the ability to see details at close range and details at a distance (either naturally or with correction).
Regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Mental and visual attention is necessary to effectively complete work tasks.

Environmental Conditions

Work outside and be exposed to weather.
Wear protective or safety equipment, i.e. safety boots/shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, etc.
May be exposed to high levels of noise, grease, dust, and a variety of substances that are typically associated with a construction site.

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