Puma Staffing

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Job at Puma Staffing in Gillette

Puma Staffing, Gillette, WY, United States, 82717

Job Description

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Job Description Template

We are looking to hire an experienced heavy equipment mechanic to inspect, service, and maintain our range of heavy-duty construction equipment. As a lead mechanic, you will be responsible for driving to the job site, inspecting engines and equipment, carrying out services, conducting repairs, and providing routine maintenance to the construction fleet.

To ensure success as a heavy equipment mechanic, you should have proven experience working with heavy machinery, be physically fit, and be able to troubleshoot issues on the job site. Ultimately, a top-notch heavy equipment mechanic can repair and service even the biggest machinery with expert care.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Responsibilities:

Driving to the job site.
Inspecting trucks, cranes, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment for proper performance.
Diagnosing faults using computerized testing equipment.
Adjusting equipment and replacing faulty parts.
Repairing damaged equipment parts.
Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on heavy-duty vehicles.
Cleaning and servicing of machine attachments like winches, blades, and side booms.
Performing major repair work when necessary.
Consulting with other mechanics on smaller jobs.
Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to management.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Requirements:

High school diploma or GED.
Certification as a heavy equipment mechanic.
Proven work experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic.
Understanding of computer testing technologies.
Ability to lift heavy machinery.
Extensive knowledge of diesel engines and construction equipment.
Ability to work after-hours if required.
Good communication skills.
Clean Driving Record

Company Description

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions when safety is not compromised.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic
chemicals. The department provides product information, training, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment in
an effort to protect employees from exposure to potentially harmful levels of those materials. Employees are required to read
product information, use available engineering controls, follow guidelines presented during training, and be able to wear and use
appropriate protective equipment, including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work environment.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Smoking and consuming food or drinks are not permitted in the laboratories.

Company Description

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the\r\nessential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the\r\nessential functions when safety is not compromised.\r\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic\r\nchemicals. The department provides product information, training, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment in\r\nan effort to protect employees from exposure to potentially harmful levels of those materials. Employees are required to read\r\nproduct information, use available engineering controls, follow guidelines presented during training, and be able to wear and use\r\nappropriate protective equipment, including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work environment.\r\nThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.\r\nSmoking and consuming food or drinks are not permitted in the laboratories.