Mechanic

PURPOSE:

The mechanic position is responsible for preventative maintenance as well as diagnosing and repair of aggregate plant processing equipment, ready-mix concrete trucks, and other equipment.  Additionally, you may perform various roles, including fabrication, welding, cutting, greasing, housekeeping and various other shop or processing duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles and machinery.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and manuals.
• Replace and repair worn-out parts, such as brakes, tires, and belts.
• Conduct system checks on engine, transmission, exhaust, suspension, and other vehicle systems.
• Perform electrical diagnostics and repairs, including replacing batteries, alternators, and other electrical components.
• Ensure that all tools and equipment are maintained in good working condition.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, new technologies, and vehicle systems.
• Adhere to safety standards and protocols while working in the shop or on-site.
• Maximizes performance of stationary equipment by performing repairs and ensuring preventative maintenance is completed on a timely basis.
• Performs fabrication, erection of processing equipment and repair to processing equipment.
• Completes required paperwork to maintain equipment and to run the plant according to BTC standards.
• Duties may include checking, repairing, or replacing pumps.
• Ensures Preventative Maintenance services, lubrications services are completed according to Maintenance Module.
• Trains and coaches’ other employees on maintenance practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must have working knowledge of heavy equipment, welding, cutting, and general mechanics.
• Punctual and reliable; good attendance required.
• Good communication skills.
• Team-player.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn new skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and diagrams.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Physical stamina and ability to work in a shop environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:     High School diploma or GED

Experience:    

• 3+ years’ experience working with plant equipment is preferred, particularly in an aggregate’s operation.
• Proven experience as a mechanic, with expertise in repairing and maintaining a wide range of vehicles or machinery.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle systems, tools, and diagnostic equipment.

May require weekend or evening work depending on business needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIROMENT
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
 

This description is intended to be sufficient merely to identify the classification and be illustrative of the duties that may be assigned.  It should not be interpreted to describe all the duties an employee assigned to this classification may be required to perform.

WORK ENVIROMENT
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.