Field Mechanic - Construction

R.J. Corman Careers•Nicholasville, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

R.J. Corman is seeking a Field Mechanic to join its construction team in Nicholasville, Kentucky. The role performs preventative maintenance and repairs on small and heavy equipment, supports senior mechanics with equipment inspections, diagnoses mechanical failures, orders repair parts, and maintains service logs and repair documentation. The mechanic uses diagnostic software, tools, hand tools, and basic diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot issues and perform scheduled maintenance and component replacements. The position operates under general supervision with limited discretion and interfaces with employees, management, and equipment at all levels. The work takes place in multiple environments, including outdoor construction project sites and areas in and around moving vehicles and equipment. It involves extensive travel and staying at project sites for the duration of projects. The mechanic must maintain safe working conditions, use required PPE, keep equipment clean and presentable, and work efficiently in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment. Duties may involve specialized equipment, technical problems, and dusty or oily conditions.

Requirements

Knowledge of heavy equipment systems.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
Familiarity with OSHA and DOT regulations.
Ability to use hand tools and basic diagnostic equipment.
Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
Ability to perform physically strenuous work, frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch, and lift and carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
Ability to navigate into confined spaces as necessary.
Ability to perform frequent twisting while operating equipment.
Ability to travel extensively and stay at project sites for the duration of projects.
Ability to work in outdoor construction environments, around moving vehicles and equipment, and in possible dusty or oily conditions.
CDL is not required.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to obtain a CDL.
Previous mechanical experience and knowledge acquired through on-the-job training or self-study.

Responsibilities

Perform basic preventative maintenance and scheduled maintenance on small or heavy equipment.
Diagnose and resolve mechanical failures, including difficult failures involving equipment.
Support senior mechanics in inspecting heavy machinery for wear, damage, or mechanical issues.
Order parts as necessary for repairs.
Clean and inspect equipment for wear or damage and maintain its cosmetics and cleanliness.
Maintain service logs and repair documentation.
Use diagnostic software, tools, hand tools, and basic diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot issues.
Perform component replacements.
Practice safe working habits and ensure safe working conditions, including use of appropriate PPE.
Work at construction project sites and travel extensively, staying at project sites for the duration of projects.
Develop and perform processes efficiently while multitasking in a time-sensitive environment.
Interact professionally with supervisors, employees, contractors, and customers.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with eligibility beginning on the first day of employment for full-time team members.
Paid Time Off accrual.
Eight paid holidays per year; Veteran’s Day is a paid holiday for U.S. veterans.
Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance.
Voluntary accident insurance.
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options.
401(k) employer match.
Paid maternity leave.
Group life insurance.
401(k) retirement savings plan for all team members.
Referral bonuses.
Employee discounts from various suppliers.
Employee Assistance Program.
Annual boot voucher.
Company-provided PPE.
Prescription safety glasses allowance.