Field Equipment Mechanic

Allan Myers, Inc•Severn, MD

About The Position

The Field Equipment Mechanic repairs and maintains production equipment to keep it operating safely and effectively, helping meet production and quality targets on time and within cost. The mechanic provides technical support to equipment technicians and service personnel by phone, email, or at job sites, and works with dispatch, parts personnel, field managers, superintendents, and field mechanics. The position is hourly, with overtime as needed, and requires the mechanic to supply sufficient industry-standard tools. The service truck must be kept clean and orderly. The mechanic must follow hours-of-service requirements when applicable and comply with Trimble/Telogis regulations. The hourly pay range is $25.00–$31.00, based on experience. Allan Myers is a self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company operating across the Mid-Atlantic. The company builds infrastructure including highways, bridges, and public water and wastewater systems. It describes its work as having a lasting positive impact on communities and offers training and career advancement opportunities. Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and may provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

At least 1 year of field experience repairing heavy construction equipment.
Valid driver's license.
Knowledge of heavy construction machinery components, including diesel engines, power transmissions, hydrostatic drives, open- and closed-circuit hydraulics, and compensating systems.
Diagnostic capability with hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems on modern construction equipment.
Ability to make repair decisions quickly and rationally.
Ability to keep sensitive material confidential.
Ability to arrange schedules, recommend when machinery should be taken out of service for repair, and order parts.
Ability to give and receive written or oral instructions.
Ability to work independently and safely.
Willingness to learn and adapt to change.
Basic oxy-acetylene torch skills.
Basic stick welding skills, including 7018 and 6010 electrodes.
Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Must have sufficient tools to perform the job; industry-standard tools are not provided by the company.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or trade school education preferred.
Knowledge or experience with Caterpillar ET/SIS, Volvo Prosis/Tech Tool, or Cummins InSite.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain production equipment to keep it in safe and effective operating condition and support production and quality targets.
Provide technical support to equipment technicians and service personnel by phone, email, or at job sites.
Communicate promptly and accurately with field personnel and dispatch.
Ensure repair quality to minimize recalls and duplicate work.
Comply with governmental and company safety policies and Human Resources policies.
Review shop tool requirements to improve work efficiency.
Observe and report deficiencies to improve the preventive maintenance program and identify possible additions.
Participate in technical training with dealers or manufacturers and share training with other mechanics when possible.
Coordinate with the Field Services Dispatcher and parts personnel to support timely parts delivery.
Work with internal departments, field managers, superintendents, and field mechanics.
Maintain sufficient tools for the job; the company does not provide industry-standard tools.
Keep the service truck clean and orderly.
Follow hours-of-service requirements when applicable and comply with Trimble/Telogis regulations.
Perform other job-related duties as required or assigned.