Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Sweetwater, TX

Koch•Sweetwater, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Sweetwater, TX Gypsum facility is seeking a qualified individual to join our team as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for performing inspections, services, and repairs on all forms of heavy equipment, machinery, and job site vehicles. Candidates must be able to manage a changing workload driven by quarry production needs. This position involves working both indoors and outdoors. The work environment includes periodic overtime, exposure to heat, dust, cold and inclement weather conditions.

Requirements

At least one (1) or more years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic including: haul trucks, excavators, loaders, dozers, skid loaders, surface miner, man baskets, etc.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year or more of mining experience
One (1) year or more of experience working with construction and/or mining equipment
Experience operating continuous surface mining equipment

Responsibilities

Diagnose and maintain a variety of heavy equipment
Assess equipment using diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices or operate and inspect equipment in order to diagnose defects and formulate a strategy for necessary repairs
Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications
Repair and replace damaged or worn parts
Schedule maintenance for industrial machines and equipment and keep equipment service records
Perform housekeeping as needed within the ME shop to ensure the area is clean and organized
Lift objects up to 50 lbs
Utilize computer software for record keeping, documentation and ordering parts