Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Achen-Gardner Construction•Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team. Successful applicants must have at least 3 year’s mechanical knowledge, diesel/gas experience, and/or technical training. Additional experience with electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems is a plus. Responsibilities Prior experience working on CAT, KOMATSU, JOHN DEERE is preferred including diagnostics, maintenance and repair of diesel and gas engines, transmissions, hydraulics and electrical systems on heavy grading and paving equipment Strong technical background which may include technical schools, military and or dealership training is a plus Familiarity with tools and procedures necessary for diagnosis and repair of heavy construction equipment and trucks Possess problem solving skills essential to the diagnostics and repair of heavy construction and support equipment Possess or have the ability to learn basic computer skills as required to access parts and service manuals stored on electronic media Perform necessary job duties with minimal supervision Document work as required Routine inspection, assemble, maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and support equipment including gas and diesel engines, transmissions and drives including hydraulic and electrical systems Welding and cutting operations as required Must furnish all basic tools for job Possess a valid Arizona driver's license and clean MVR (Commercial Driver License preferred) Follow all company safety policies and practices Perform other related duties as assigned Achen-Gardner Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Women, Minorities, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. All applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing. Employment eligibility verified through E-Verify. We offer competitive wages, medical and dental insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, Employee Ownership Plan (ESOP). Achen-Gardner Construction is 100% Employee-Owned. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience in equipment maintenance and repair, preferably in a construction setting
Strong technical skills, with the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex equipment issues
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Experience using equipment maintenance or repair software preferred
Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.
Functions essential to this position include but are not limited to standing, sitting, climbing, stooping, bending, walking and lifting heavy objects.
Random alcohol and drug testing as required per DOT regulations.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working on CAT, KOMATSU, JOHN DEERE is preferred including diagnostics, maintenance and repair of diesel and gas engines, transmissions, hydraulics and electrical systems on heavy grading and paving equipment
Strong technical background which may include technical schools, military and or dealership training is a plus
Familiarity with tools and procedures necessary for diagnosis and repair of heavy construction equipment and trucks
Possess problem solving skills essential to the diagnostics and repair of heavy construction and support equipment
Possess or have the ability to learn basic computer skills as required to access parts and service manuals stored on electronic media

Responsibilities

Perform necessary job duties with minimal supervision
Document work as required
Routine inspection, assemble, maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and support equipment including gas and diesel engines, transmissions and drives including hydraulic and electrical systems
Welding and cutting operations as required
Must furnish all basic tools for job
Possess a valid Arizona driver's license and clean MVR (Commercial Driver License preferred)
Follow all company safety policies and practices
Perform other related duties as assigned