Equipment Mechanic

Allan Myers•Dover, DE

3d•$25 - $31

About The Position

The primary objective of equipment m aintenance is the repair and up- keep of product ion equipment; making sure to keep it in a safe , effective operating condition so that production and quality targets can be met on time and at cost. Assist equipment technicians or service personnel with technical support. This will be accomplished by phone/email or directly at job site. Develop quick and accurate communication with field personnel and dispatch. Assure quality of repairs to minimize recall/duplicate work. Assure compliance with all governmental and company safety polices. Comply with Human Resources p olicies . Review shop tool requirements to do work more efficiently. Observe and report any deficiencies to forward our PM program for effectiveness and possible additions to our program. Participate in technical training with dealer / manufacturer and as much as possible and pass on that training to other mechanics. Work closely with our Field Services Dispatcher and our parts personnel to assure on time delivery of parts. Work daily with Internal Department, Field Managers and Superintendents as well as Field Mechanics. This position will be hourly and require overtime as needed. Must have sufficient tools to do the job. The company does not provide industry Standard Tools. Service Truck must be kept clean and orderly. Responsible for staying within HOS (hours of service), if applicable Responsible for complying with all Trimble/Telogis regulations. Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

5-7 years of field experience repairing heavy construction equipment required
Valid driver's license required
Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends
Must be knowledgeable with all components of heavy construction machinery including but not limited to diesel engines, power transmissions, hydrostatic drives, open and closed-circuit hydraulics as well as compensating systems
Possess diagnostic capabilities with hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems on modern construction equipment
Ability to make repair decisions quickly and rationally
Expected to keep all sensitive material confidential
Able to arrange schedules, recommend machinery to be down for repair as needed, and able to make parts orders
Ability to give and receive written or oral instructions
Must have ability to work independently and safely
Willingness to learn and adapt to change
Must have sufficient tools to do the job

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or trade school preferred
Caterpillar Et/SIS, Volvo Prosis/tech tool, Cummins InSite knowledge/Experience
Basic skills in OXY/Acetylene torch
Basic Stick Welding 7018,6010

Responsibilities

Repair and upkeep of production equipment
Assist equipment technicians or service personnel with technical support
Develop quick and accurate communication with field personnel and dispatch
Assure quality of repairs to minimize recall/duplicate work
Assure compliance with all governmental and company safety polices
Comply with Human Resources policies
Review shop tool requirements to do work more efficiently
Observe and report any deficiencies to forward our PM program for effectiveness and possible additions to our program
Participate in technical training with dealer / manufacturer and as much as possible and pass on that training to other mechanics
Work closely with our Field Services Dispatcher and our parts personnel to assure on time delivery of parts
Work daily with Internal Department, Field Managers and Superintendents as well as Field Mechanics
Keep Service Truck clean and orderly
Responsible for staying within HOS (hours of service), if applicable
Responsible for complying with all Trimble/Telogis regulations
Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned