Road/Field Mechanic

Edgewood Properties•South Plainfield, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Since its founding in 1992, Edgewood Properties has established itself as a leading real estate development and property management company. With corporate headquarters in New Jersey, the company is on a course of growth leading to activities across the nation. Given ongoing construction and development plans, our current apartment portfolio of 6,000 plus units is expected to double in the next couple of years and rise to over 12,000 units in the next five years. Given our rapid portfolio growth, coupled with ownership's desire to develop and hold rather than sell, the timing is ideal for qualified candidates to come on-board. We're currently seeking a Road/Field Mechanic for our Excavation Department. This position will work out of our South Plainfield, NJ office.

Requirements

3-5 years experience in heavy equipment repair.
Working knowledge of a computer & use of equipment diagnostics tools such as CAT S.I.S.
Knowledge of job specific safety practices
Must be able to lift/carry up to 50lbs, able to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, stand, walk for long period of time.
Must be able to take multiple flights of stairs
Be able to to work in hot or cold weather for extended periods from time to time.

Nice To Haves

CDL is strongly preferred but not required
Technical degree preferred with 1-3 years' experience

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs all types of heavy equipment such as: Excavators, Dozers, Front end Loaders, Backhoes, Haul Trucks, Rollers, and Pavers etc....
Operate Service truck from job to job
New Diesel and gas engine diagnostics and repairs with computer diagnostics if
Documentation of all repairs
Knowledge of hydraulics, electrical, and welding
Wear P.P.E as required