Shop Equipment Mechanic

Allan Myers•Williamsburg, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary objective of equipment maintenance is the repair and upkeep of production equipment, ensuring it is in safe, effective operating condition to meet production and quality targets on time and at cost. This role involves providing technical support to equipment technicians or service personnel via phone, email, or on-site. The mechanic will develop quick and accurate communication with field personnel and dispatch, assure the quality of repairs to minimize rework, and ensure compliance with all governmental and company safety policies, as well as Human Resources policies. The position requires reviewing shop tool requirements for efficiency, observing and reporting deficiencies to enhance the PM program, and participating in technical training with dealers/manufacturers, passing on knowledge to other mechanics. Close collaboration with the Field Services Dispatcher and parts personnel is essential for timely parts delivery. The role involves daily interaction with Internal Departments, Field Managers, Superintendents, and Field Mechanics. This is an hourly position that requires overtime as needed. Mechanics must possess their own industry-standard tools, as the company does not provide them. The service truck must be kept clean and orderly. Responsibilities include staying within HOS (hours of service) if applicable, complying with all Trimble/Telogis regulations, and performing other job-related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

1 year field experience repairing heavy construction equipment required.
Valid driver's license required.
Must be knowledgeable with all components of heavy construction machinery including but not limited to diesel engines, power transmissions, hydrostatic drives, open and closed-circuit hydraulics as well as compensating systems.
Possess diagnostic capabilities with hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems on modern construction equipment.
Ability to make repair decisions quickly and rationally.
Expected to keep all sensitive material confidential.
Able to arrange schedules, recommend machinery to be down for repair as needed, and able to make parts orders.
Ability to give and receive written or oral instructions.
Must have ability to work independently and safely.
Willingness to learn and adapt to change.
Basic skills in OXY/Acetylene torch.
Basic Stick Welding 7018,6010.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or trade school preferred.
Caterpillar Et/SIS, Volvo Prosis/tech tool, Cummins InSite knowledge/Experience.

Responsibilities

Repair and upkeep of production equipment to ensure safe, effective operating condition.
Assist equipment technicians or service personnel with technical support via phone/email or on-site.
Develop quick and accurate communication with field personnel and dispatch.
Assure quality of repairs to minimize recall/duplicate work.
Assure compliance with all governmental and company safety policies.
Comply with Human Resources policies.
Review shop tool requirements to do work more efficiently.
Observe and report any deficiencies to forward the PM program for effectiveness and possible additions.
Participate in technical training with dealer/manufacturer and pass on training to other mechanics.
Work closely with Field Services Dispatcher and parts personnel to assure on-time delivery of parts.
Work daily with Internal Department, Field Managers, Superintendents, and Field Mechanics.
Perform other job-related duties as required or assigned.