Diesel Mechanic-3rd Shift

Silvi Concrete Products•Millstone Township, NJ

About The Position

Silvi Materials is hiring a Diesel Mechanic for its Millstone, New Jersey location on the third shift. The mechanic will maintain and repair the company's fleet of mixers, heavy equipment, and/or Class-A trailers, working in a garage and/or in the field. The role includes diagnosing heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment, performing preventative maintenance and repairs, responding to road service calls with a company service vehicle, and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area. The posting lists hourly pay by mechanic ranking: A Mechanic, $42–$46; B Mechanic, $34–$42; and C Mechanic, $27–$34. Signing bonuses are also listed by ranking: $15,000 for A, $10,000 for B, and $4,000 for C, paid in installments on the schedules specified in the posting. Benefits include medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, vacation, paid holidays, retirement options, disability and life insurance, and tuition reimbursement. Overtime may be needed. Silvi Materials reports employing over 950 people across more than 30 locations and 15-plus companies in Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and North Carolina. The company describes opportunities for employees to move into other areas of its business.

Requirements

Preferably at least 3 years of fleet/transportation repair and maintenance experience for a medium- to large-sized company.
Valid driver's license.
Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to read and understand maintenance and parts manuals, maintenance and wiring diagrams, schematics, and other written vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair instructions.
Knowledge and experience repairing and maintaining heavy-duty vehicles.
Knowledge and experience with applicable safety regulations, including OSHA and DOT regulations.
Ability to perform maintenance and repairs in a garage and/or field setting in accordance with applicable manuals, diagrams, and instructions.
Sense of urgency and ownership.
Strong follow-up skills and ability to complete assignments and projects.
Analytical, problem-solving, and customer-service skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands described in the posting, including regularly lifting 50 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class A CDL.
Valid PA Inspection License A+.
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Certification.
Certification under federal Department of Transportation guidelines for brake adjustment and repair.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and professional working environment.
Diagnose heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment and perform preventative maintenance.
Remove, repair, rebuild, and/or replace assemblies, sub-assemblies, and other parts on trucks and equipment, including engines, transmissions, axles, cylinder heads, oil pumps, belts, generators, starters, gauges, tie rods, drag links, ball joints, brake linings, and bearings.
Perform electrical work, including wiring systems and starter rebuilding.
Repair or adjust electrical sensors, EGR valves, and computerized electrical systems in accordance with automotive and federal clean-air standards.
Diagnose computerized fuel-management systems, ignition systems, and engine timing to determine and perform needed repairs.
Change tires.
Weld broken assemblies, sub-assemblies, and other parts as required.
Use, store, record, safeguard, and properly handle equipment, materials, parts, and supplies.
Keep the shop and work area clean and organized.
Prepare records and reports of time spent, materials and parts used, and work completed.
Learn to use various types of diagnostic equipment.
Respond to and handle road service calls as needed using a company service vehicle.