Heavy Equipment Mechanic Job at Vets Hired in Dayton

Diagnose & perform major and minor repairs to all types of fleet equipment including but not limited to front end loaders, excavators, drag lines, ready-mix trucks, semi road tractors, and bulk cement trailers. Work performed in the shop and in the field as needed. Other duties as assigned.

• Adopt the Companys safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives
• Support, promote, and practice the Company core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
• Use diagnostic equipment, visual inspection, and other tools to diagnose faults or malfunctions to identify required repairs
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools
• Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers specifications
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings as vital to ensure proper operation of equipment
• Install new ignition systems, change/charge batteries, and replace transmissions and other parts
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks and equipment, and makes adjustments
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles

• High school graduate or GED
• Technical school in related field a plus
• 3 or more years of experience as a diesel/heavy equipment mechanic preferred
• Proven experience with Cat, Komatsu and Volvo equipment and diagnostic software
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment
• Basic computer skill, including ability to operate mobile device (phone, tablet, etc.) and related applications

• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred
• Valid DOT medical card and or ability to acquire
• Have own Mechanics tools

• Able to lift or move up to 100 pounds
• Able to stand, walk, sit, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Able to work in high and sometimes confined spaces
• Able to work in wet and/or dry conditions and extreme heat and cold