Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanics

BURNCO Careers•Littleton, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

BURNCO is hiring Heavy Duty Diesel Equipment Shop Mechanics for its Littleton plant near Denver, Colorado. Reporting to the Fleet Maintenance Manager, mechanics perform routine maintenance and repairs on Ready-Mix trucks and help keep shop facilities safe and clean. The role includes diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems; carrying out preventative maintenance; and responding promptly to maintenance service requests. Mechanics may operate a service truck, travel to other company plants or job sites, and perform welding, repair, and fabrication work. The position requires following BURNCO policies and safety procedures and may include training coworkers. The posted rate is $28 and up for experienced mechanics. This is a safety-sensitive position. Candidates selected for hire must pass pre-employment testing, including a criminal background check, drug and alcohol screening (including cannabis), and a physical assessment test. The work involves outdoor exposure to varied weather and physical activity, as well as exposure to loud noise, heavy machinery, moving equipment, oil, debris, solvents, smoke, gases, fumes, and aggregate materials. Required PPE includes safety shoes above the ankles, safety vests, safety glasses, ear plugs, and hard hats, with additional PPE for tasks such as welding and repair.

Requirements

At least 1 year of truck mechanic experience.
Good working knowledge of mechanics related to trucks and general maintenance.
Ability to use power tools, welders, cutting torches/chains, and various safety devices.
Knowledge of proper mechanic and maintenance procedures, including lockout/tagout and special work permits.
Proficiency with computer and program systems.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to pass a motor vehicle record check and maintain a clean driving record.
Provide personal tools up to ¾ inch.
Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequently standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, bending, reaching, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather, including hot and cold temperatures and rain or snow, and to work around loud noise, heavy machinery, moving equipment, oil, debris, solvents, smoke, gases, fumes, and aggregate materials.
Successfully pass pre-employment testing, including a criminal background check, drug and alcohol screen (including cannabis), and physical assessment test.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma.
Experience with Allison transmissions, Davie 4, and ESA software.
Commercial Driver’s License.
Experience with concrete mixers and aggregate haul trucks.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures, and plumbing and electrical systems according to specifications and manuals.
Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
Communicate timely and effectively with shop leadership about major problems.
Operate mobile equipment, including a service truck, to retrieve down truck assets when needed.
Perform daily preventative maintenance, records, and inspections on the service vehicle, including fueling, cleaning, inspecting tires and lights, and checking and adding fluids.
Service pumps and motors as needed.
Perform welding, repair, and fabrication.
Purchase parts for repairs as needed.
Make service calls at other BURNCO plants or job sites as needed.
Assist in training coworkers as needed.
Clean up the work area.
Follow BURNCO policies and procedures and perform other duties as required.
Provide proper preventative maintenance and respond to maintenance service requests in a timely manner.