Heavy Equipment Mechanic
General Purpose:
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic will be responsible for ensuring the functionality, safety, and longevity of heavy-duty machinery and equipment. This role involves conducting inspections, repairs, and routine maintenance while adhering to safety standards and promoting operational efficiency.
Essential Duties:
• Inspect equipment engines and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, utilizing diagnostic tools and computerized testing equipment.
• Conduct routine maintenance tasks, including replacing fluids, lubricating parts, and adjusting components, to ensure optimal functionality and longevity of equipment.
• Schedule and plan maintenance sessions in coordination with the Department Managers to minimize downtime.
• Repair or replace broken or worn components, such as hydraulic systems, hydraulic cylinders, hoses, and 12V or 24V electrical systems.
• Perform welding and metal fabrication to repair or reinforce machinery and structural components.
• Inspect and test heavy-duty equipment such as excavators, grapples, shears, bobcats, forklifts, and other machinery to identify faults or safety concerns.
• Clean, lubricate, and service machine attachments like winches, blades, and side booms to maintain operational efficiency.
• Perform major repair work when necessary, consulting with other mechanics or specialists for larger or complex repairs.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance plans to reduce equipment failures and extend the lifespan of machinery.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance and repair activities, including parts used, time spent, and diagnostics performed, utilizing the company’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Monitor inventory levels, identify low-stock items, and coordinate with management to reorder parts, tools, and supplies.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, regulations, and standards to ensure a safe work environment. Participate in regular safety training and meetings.
• Collaborate with team members and provide guidance to equipment operators on preventative maintenance practices and safe usage procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections and cleaning of tools, work areas, and equipment to ensure a safe and organized workspace.
• Report damaged or faulty equipment to management immediately and suggest solutions to prevent reoccurrence.
Education/Experience:
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy machinery is preferred.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting hydraulic systems, repairing hydraulic cylinders, and diagnosing 12V and 24V electrical systems is essential.
• Experience with welding, metal fabrication, and advanced diagnostic tools is required.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting blueprints, technical manuals, and schematics is expected.
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is a plus. Language Skills: Will be required to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos, to write correspondence, memos, and schedule; to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to guests, clients, and fellow staff.
Mathematical Skills: Basic math skills required.
Reasoning Ability: Problem solving, reasoning, and “thinking out of the box” will be a constant
requirement; in addition, applying common sense understanding to better serve our guests’ needs.
Physical Demands:
• Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections.
• Prolonged periods of walking and standing.
• Must be able to lift up, push and pull to 40 pounds at a time.
• Consistently climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crawls or crouches.
• Consistently turning and moving of hands, arms, feet, and legs.
Vision Requirements:
Regularly uses close, distance, color, and peripheral vision as well as depth perception. Ability to adjust focus.
Environment/Noise:
Work in a variety of environments, including outdoor conditions with exposure to extreme temperatures and occasional wet areas.