Heavy Equipment Road Mechanic Opportunity in Laurel, MD

Talon Recruiting•Laurel, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Talon Recruiting is seeking a Heavy Equipment Road Mechanic to join a leading distributor of material processing equipment. This role will cover Laurel, MD, and involves responding to service calls on remote job sites for various types of equipment including crushers, screeners, conveyors, shredders, and grinders. The mechanic will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, servicing, and maintaining equipment, performing major repair work, and conducting preventative maintenance to ensure the rental fleet and customer equipment remain in good operating condition.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience in heavy equipment repairs and routine maintenance
US work authorization
Driver’s License: Valid, unrestricted
Clean motor vehicle record
High school diploma or GED
Punctual and reliable
Proficiency with required technology, including iOS and MS Windows products
Strong communication skills
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Nice To Haves

Heavy equipment repair and maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)
Hydraulics: 3 years (Preferred)
Diesel engines: 3 years (Preferred)
Welding experience: 3 years (Preferred)
CDL preferred but not required
Vocational or technical school certification is preferred, but not required
Knowledge of crushing and screening equipment a plus
MSHA certification

Responsibilities

Consistently ensures a safe work environment for self and others
Respond to service calls on remote job sites for equipment such as crushers, screeners, conveyors, shredders, and grinders
Ability to operate, inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, service, and maintain equipment, according to technical manuals, wiring and hydraulic diagrams, and spare parts manuals
Perform major repair work, such as removal and replacement of components
Perform all necessary repairs to keep our rental fleet and customer equipment in good operating condition
Maintain tools and keep truck clean
Conduct preventative maintenance and recommend wear parts replacement to avoid unnecessary repair and downtime
Willingness to work under various job site conditions, and travel to different sites within the Carolinas
Work in a proactive, safe manner in compliance with all safety protocols and training
Document work performed and parts used, to ensure timely and accurate billing
Check messages on a regular basis and respond accordingly
Provide daily report to service manager
Must be able to diagnose and repair equipment, both independently and with help from others
Represent the company in a positive, professional manner