Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Fessler & Bowman Inc•Grand Rapids, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic will work in shop and travel to job sites to ensure the repair and maintenance of equipment. Equipment will include company vehicles, heavy machinery, and smaller equipment. Working with the Shop Manager and other team members, this is a crucial part of making sure Fessler & Bowman’s business runs smoothly. The following descriptions are representative of, but not limited to, the expectations for the position. The descriptions below are representative of, but not limited to, the duties and responsibilities for this position.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum of 2 years of mechanic experience
Valid Drivers License with clean driving record
CDL Class A required

Responsibilities

Ensure all equipment is maintained through repair and preventative care
Troubleshoots various systems including electrical, drive train, HVAC, brake, engine and suspension
Identifies needed repairs and performs corrective actions
Maintains repair order write-ups to include detailed repair description, cause of failure and correction/repair used
Obtaining and tracking PO #’s for purchases
Uses computerized diagnostic equipment to detect and isolate faults
Interprets test results and determines the most efficient repair procedure
Communicates with and provides Shop Manager with accurate and detailed repair information; consulting with other mechanics on smaller jobs
Obtains supervisor permission to complete diagnosed repairs and/or add additional repairs
Adjusting equipment, replacing faulty parts and repairing damaged equipment parts
Cleaning and servicing of machine attachments like winches, blades, and side booms
Performing major repair work when necessary
Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to management
Inspecting trucks, cranes, bulldozers, excavators and other heavy equipment for proper performance
Other relevant tasks as assigned