Road Mechanic

H&K Group • Hummelstown, PA

5d • $18 - $40

About The Position

Handwerk Contractors (Harrisburg Division), a division of H&K Group, Inc., is seeking a Road Mechanic to repair and maintain diesel- and gasoline-powered heavy equipment and trucks in the field for its Western Pennsylvania divisions. The ideal candidate is energetic, self-motivated, organized, competent, and professional. The role involves traveling to work locations throughout the Western PA region and performing equipment and vehicle inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and testing. Pay ranges from $18 to $40, depending on skill level.

The position regularly involves work exceeding 40 hours per week and 8 hours per day. The work environment may include moving parts, fumes and airborne particles, loud noise, and outdoor work in all environments. Candidates must meet the physical requirements of the job, including occasional lifting or moving of up to 75 pounds. Pre-employment drug testing and a pre-employment physical are required.

H&K Group provides training and supervisory support to help employees develop and grow. The company describes itself as a provider of heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions, with a focus on safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED, from an accredited educational institution, or relevant experience and/or training.
• CDL Class B.
• Clean driving record.
• Customer service and teamwork skills.
• General computer knowledge, including Caterpillar ET and SIS software.
• Ability to use mechanic's hand tools, a torch, and a welder.
• Ability to fit-test and use appropriate personal protective equipment as needed.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, including movement and lifting as relevant.
• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, or sit; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; drive for up to two hours; use hands to finger or feel; and talk and hear.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Related experience and/or training.
• High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED, from an accredited educational institution.
• Technical school or college education in the heavy equipment field.
• Experience working in heavy civil construction, road construction, or quarries.
• CDL Class A.
• OSHA, MSHA, or other relevant safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in accordance with OSHA, Pennsylvania and Department of Transportation regulations, and H&K safety policies.
• Drive to various work locations in the Western Pennsylvania regions.
• Review job orders and consult with equipment operators, truck drivers, and shop leaders to determine malfunctions and plan work procedures.
• Identify parts for repair or replacement across equipment and truck systems.
• Inspect protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on equipment and trucks, and make adjustments.
• Dismantle equipment and trucks to inspect parts for defects or remove defective parts.
• Replace defective parts, repair them, or reproduce parts from various kinds of metal.
• Assemble and test-operate machinery or test-drive trucks to verify repairs and confirm that equipment meets manufacturer specifications.
• Overhaul gasoline or diesel engines.
• Perform diagnostics using computers and other equipment.
• Perform front-end inspections and alignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• 100% company-paid health benefits.
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan.
• Tuition reimbursement programs for qualifying employees and approved programs.
• Additional training, including on-the-job training, online training through H&K Academy, and manufacturer-offered training.
• Company vehicle.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED