Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Rogers Group • Verona, KY

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Rogers Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic for its underground and surface operation at Boone Quarry in Verona, Kentucky. The mechanic performs repairs, routine maintenance, and inspections on a wide variety of mining, quarry, and fixed-plant equipment. The position requires the ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair issues involving major components and systems, including engines, brakes, transmissions, torque converters, hydraulics, drivetrains, heating and cooling, and electrical systems.

This is a full-time evening-shift position with approximate hours of 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Overtime may be needed. Starting pay is $34 per hour, with overall compensation determined by experience and skill set. The role requires working safely in varied weather conditions, sometimes at heights, and performing physical tasks including lifting up to 70 pounds.

Requirements

• At least five years of experience working on heavy equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment systems, including engines, brake systems, transmissions, torque converters, hydraulic systems, drivetrain components, heating and cooling systems, and electrical systems.
• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence.
• Familiarity with heavy equipment parts, including parts catalogs, procurement, handling, storage, and cost.
• Ability to operate mobile equipment and a company vehicle on public highways and job sites.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and schedule own work.
• Ability to stoop, push, kneel, twist, and lift up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to climb and work at heights of 20 feet.
• Ability to work in all kinds of weather conditions.
• Ability to develop working relationships with other employees and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy or major maintenance repairs on heavy equipment as needed.
• Perform scheduled routine maintenance on heavy equipment and trucks.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment issues affecting major components and systems.
• Complete maintenance and work-order repair records.
• Inspect machines for abnormalities or defects.
• Weld and fabricate as needed.
• Perform housekeeping duties and work-area checks.
• Operate mobile equipment and company vehicles on public highways and job sites.
• Schedule and perform work with limited supervision.
• Develop working relationships with other employees and vendors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a Health Savings Account with an annual company contribution.
• Company-provided group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution and matching after one year of service.
• Company-provided short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid holidays, including a Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year's Day.
• Paid vacation available after a 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed