Heavy Equipment Mechanic

PLAISTED COMPANIES INC • Elk River, MN

23d

About The Position

Plaisted Companies is looking for a dependable Heavy Equipment Mechanic to help keep our pit equipment running safely, efficiently, and ready for production. If you take pride in diagnosing problems, making quality repairs, and keeping a clean, organized shop, we’d like to meet you.

Requirements

• Commercial Operators License
• MSHA Certifications
• One year experience in a maintenance environment
• Demonstrate the proven ability to work with work teams.
• Must have mathematical aptitude, written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience and awareness of maintenance and repair practices.
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods. This position will be occasionally required to lie down, bend and stoop.
• Must have sufficient mobility to navigate through the warehouse. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds utilizing team lifting or mechanical assistance as needed.
• Must be able to see and hear normal maintenance equipment.
• Must be able to clearly see and distinguish colors and patterns.
• The shop and pit are partially environmentally controlled areas with extremes of heat or cold.
• Maintenance and repairs may require work outside the shop and will be subject to the extremes of the local environment, particularly heat and cold.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical Trade School
• ASE Certification
• Three years experience in a maintenance environment

Responsibilities

• Repair and service heavy equipment and vehicles assigned to you (Equipment includes Wheel loaders, Packers/Rollers, Dozers, Excavators, Conveyer Belts, Haul Trucks, Screen Decks, Wash Plants)
• Perform diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and routine inspections
• Identify additional issues before they become costly breakdowns
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and properly store tools/equipment daily
• Work in compliance with OSHA/MSHA standards
• Track parts/materials used and record labor daily
• Support shop and pit operations as needed

What This Job Offers

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