Mechanic - heavy equipment

Job Purpose:

Maintains heavy equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; keeping records.



Duties:

* Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.



* Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; diagnostic testing and trouble shooting.



* Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.



* Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.



* Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.


* Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.



* Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance.


 

Skills/Qualifications:

Experience in engine and transmission rebuilding along with diagnostic and trouble shooting skills; attention to detail, dependable.  Must have a valid drivers license and have transportation to and from work. CDL is a plus.