Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Rogers Group•Roanoke, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Rogers Group, Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic for its Virginia SMA Aggregate Operations in Staunton, Virginia. The position reports to the Mobile Maintenance Foreman and involves maintaining and repairing heavy trucks and construction equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a focus on safety and quality and support the operations through reliable equipment maintenance. The role is full-time, permanent, and day shift; some evening work and weekend work may be required. Overtime is available. Starting wages are $21.00 per hour, with potentially higher starting wages based on verifiable experience.

Requirements

Maintain an uncompromising focus on safety and perform duties in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety policies and practices.
Have at least three years of experience working on construction equipment and on-road trucks.
Be able to work with limited supervision and schedule own work.
Be able to stoop, push, kneel, twist, and lift up to 70 pounds.
Be able to climb and perform work at heights of 20 feet.
Be able to work in all kinds of weather conditions.
Be able to develop working relationships with other employees and vendors.
Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing DOT Annual Inspections.

Responsibilities

Repair heavy trucks and equipment.
Troubleshoot and diagnose service issues affecting engines, brakes, transmissions, torque converters, hydraulic systems, drivetrain components, heating and cooling systems, and electrical systems.
Inspect machines for abnormalities or defects.
Perform scheduled routine maintenance on construction equipment and dump trucks.
Complete maintenance and work-order repair records.
Weld and fabricate as needed.
Handle heavy-equipment parts, including using parts catalogs and supporting procurement, handling, storage, and cost management.
Perform housekeeping duties and work-area checks.
Operate mobile equipment.
Operate a company vehicle on public highways and job sites.

Benefits

Extensive medical and retirement benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a Health Savings Account with an annual company contribution.
Company-provided group life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution and match 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.
Overtime available.