Mobile Mechanic

Carmeuse•Buchanan, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing visual inspections and diagnosis for troubleshooting and executing general and preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment typical to quarry and production plant environments. The equipment includes, but is not limited to, dump trucks, excavators, dozers, front-end loaders, forklifts, graders, tractor & trailers, and pick-up trucks. The mechanic will work with various equipment components such as air supply and auxiliary air systems, clutches and transmissions, drive shafts, drive axle assemblies and final drives, engine systems, engine management systems, exhaust, intake and emission control systems, electrical systems (starting and charging), heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, hydraulic systems, steering systems, suspension systems, and tires, wheels, frames, and undercarriages. The position also requires welding, brazing, and soldering capabilities, as well as maintaining good housekeeping and performing other miscellaneous duties assigned by management.

Requirements

Successful completion of CAT training.
Must be able to use Caterpillar S.I.S. to diagnose and order parts.
Intermediate to advanced troubleshooting abilities.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
Ability to read and use operator's manuals.
Ability to fill out simple reports such as pre-shift inspection forms.
Ability to carry out simple oral and written instructions.
Ability to deal with simple problems from standardized situations.
Ability to safely complete other assigned training.
Ability to safely meet the supervisor's standards of performance.

Responsibilities

Perform visual inspections and diagnosis for troubleshooting resolution.
Perform general and preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment.
Identify the type of application and operating systems required for maintenance.
Work with various equipment components including air systems, clutches, transmissions, drive shafts, engines, electrical systems, HVAC, hydraulics, steering, suspension, and undercarriages.
Weld, braze, and solder materials.
Set up and operate electric welding equipment, gas welding and cutting equipment.
Read and interpret welding symbols.
Lay out, tack, and fabricate materials.
Maintain housekeeping.
Perform other miscellaneous duties assigned by management.
Work closely with contractors.
Fill in as needed during vacation, absences, and increased production demands.
Replace or assist other workers as needed.
Perform other tasks as assigned by supervision or designated lead person.