Field Mechanic

Evans Construction • Chilhowie, VA

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About The Position

Repairs and maintains construction equipment and mechanical equipment such as trucks, trailers, batch plants, paving machines, bulldozers, engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyors systems, and other equipment by performing the following duties at various job locations.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written and/or oral instructions
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to type and use keyboards accurately and have knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Must Pass Drug Test and Background Check
• Must possess or be willing to obtain a Class A or B CDL.
• Must possess or be able to obtain valid DOT Medical Card.
• Must possess or be able to obtain valid VA State Inspection License.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• 2-5 years of field service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots problems, making economical and durable repairs.
• Dismantles equipment to gain access to and remove defective pars using hoists and hand tools.
• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment, trucks, shop, and non-mobile equipment on a company-wide basis.
• Services vehicles/equipment to include oil changes, greasing, and adding fluids, changing filters and maintaining preventative maintenance schedules.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical and hydraulic systems, diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, drive trains, etc.
• Order parts and supplies. Maintains purchase orders and invoices.
• Operates lab top computer for job functions including diagnostics of equipment and internal work order system.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices, control instruments and all types of equipment.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts.
• Starts devices and equipment to test their performance before and after repairs.
• Must have knowledge and be somewhat proficient in operation and use of stick/wire feed welder.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Operates and maintains field service truck.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees