Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic Helper

Empire Cat•Mesa, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves loading, unloading, moving, maintaining, receiving, and shipping machines and equipment. The position also includes maintaining the yard, storage areas, and adjacent areas, as well as performing minor equipment repair as needed. The Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic Helper is responsible for operating forklifts and cranes, assisting customers and vendors, inspecting equipment for damage, ensuring loads are secure, performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs, troubleshooting equipment issues, and maintaining company equipment in good condition. Safety and adherence to company policies are paramount.

Requirements

Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Current driver’s license.
Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.
Demonstrated technical skill competence.
Appropriate manner, conduct, and grooming adhere to company policy.
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.
Consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

Operates forklifts and cranes to load, unload and move materials, components and equipment from trucks, rail cars and storage areas.
Assists customers, vendors and truck drivers delivering or picking up equipment.
Greets people courteously and without delay, determine their needs and provide help within 5 minutes of their arrival.
Inspects each machine and notes any damage before the machine is moved.
Takes pictures of questionable machine damage and reports immediately.
Ensures all loads are properly prepared, loaded and secured to avoid shifting, loosening, or falling while enroute.
Performs preventive maintenance and minor repair work on equipment as directed by supervisor.
Gives full, courteous cooperation and prompt service to customers.
Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and failures.
Reports findings to supervisor.
Maintains company equipment – keeps in good clean orderly condition.
Reports repair or replacements needs to supervisor.
Works safely at all times.
Adheres to all applicable safety policies.
Complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards.
Maintains company equipment by checking fuel, oil, water, tires etc on truck and equipment before starting.
Ensures all equipment is kept clean and ready for sale.
Maintains and dispenses bulk and miscellaneous supply inventories.
Assists dispatcher and material handlers if needed.
Gathers information from a walk around inspection and reports to customer/management.
Communicates orally and in writing information regarding equipment condition, problems, and recommendations.
Provides on-the-job training as assigned.
Works overtime as needed.
Communicates with proper individuals to clarify instructions or discuss scope or progress of job.
Works within and promotes corporate values.