Heavy Equipment Maintenance Mechanic Up To $40.00/hr

Gopher Resource•Tampa, FL

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About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Maintenance Mechanic troubleshoots, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on plant mobile equipment, including forklifts, front-end loaders, water trucks, skid steers, boom lifts, scissor lifts, deck cranes, sweeper trucks, and hydro hammers. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with overtime opportunities, and may require responding to equipment-related emergency calls outside assigned working hours. All offers are contingent on pre-employment background, drug, and physical screening.

Requirements

Must be a Journeyman Mechanic.
High school diploma or GED required.
Must be able to pass pre-employment criminal background check, drug screen, and physical.
At least 3 years of verifiable experience in heavy equipment mobile maintenance; experience with forklifts and loaders is preferred.
Superior mechanical aptitude.
Proficient welding and fabrication skills.
Demonstrated experience and skills in hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, and instrumentation.
Ability to read, write, understand, and follow technical instructions and drawings.
Self-motivated, able to work under pressure, manage and prioritize multiple disciplines, attend to details, and meet deadlines.
Positive attitude toward new instruction and willingness to accept constructive feedback.
Willingness to pursue advanced technical education.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including reading safety instructions, understanding work directions, and completing required documentation.
Able to wear respiratory protection for up to 12 hours a day, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Able to move about the plant, including climbing stairs, for up to 12 hours a day, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Able to work in a hot production area while wearing protective clothing for up to 12 hours a day, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Able to wear required PPE in designated areas, including a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, boots, and hearing protection, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

A two-year technical, vocational, or trade school diploma or degree in heavy equipment maintenance is preferred but not required.
Mobile maintenance experience with forklifts and loaders is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance tasks, major equipment repairs, and adjustments.
Maintain the Equipment Manuals Library.
Perform daily maintenance checks and maintain associated systems.
Respond to equipment-related emergency calls outside assigned working hours.
Recognize safety compliance issues, including pinch points, improperly placed or absent safety guards, blocked exits, and issues with horns and lights.
Troubleshoot and resolve problems affecting equipment operation.
Work with Plant Operators and Supervisors to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and inefficiencies; make repairs, disassemble units, and replace component parts as necessary.
Test equipment after repairs and ensure it is functioning properly.
Keep work and shop areas clean and orderly.
Keep maintenance tools clean, secured, and in good working condition, and ensure repairs and replacements are completed as needed.
Participate in meetings, teams, and training seminars, including required Maintenance training sessions.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.