JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Automotive Mechanic will be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining and repairing vehicles, ensuring they are in optimal condition in the East Texas area. The ideal candidate will have expertise in general maintenance, automotive repair, automotive electrical systems, vehicle diagnostics and maintenance, as well as possess strong mechanical knowledge.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Two years heavy equipment mechanic work or Heavy Highway Construction Equipment repair experience preferred but not required.
Current valid driver’s license (Class B required).
Welding and fabrication experience.
Trained in safety precautions of the trade.
Knowledge/understanding/ability to repair complex machinery and engine parts and components.
Knowledge of operation/maintenance requirements of heavy duty construction equipment.
Knowledge/understanding of diesel engines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Ability to identify/solve problems with mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
Must be familiar with electronics, be able to read blueprints, or use electronic diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot repairs.
Must be able to read, interpret, and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics along with service manuals to help diagnose issues to be able to make needed repairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Inspects, repairs and adjusts diesel power units, hydraulic systems, injection valves and systems, mold boards, and scarifies on road graders, gasoline and diesel tractors, and hydraulic and cable operated attachments on tractors
Repairs and maintains trenching machines and sets proper grade.
Perform incidental welding operations on equipment.
Communicates any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor in order to facilitate prompt correction or reporting.
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless service.
Attendance required according to company attendance policy to ensure crew is able to operate at normal proficiency level.
Follow all safety policies and PPE use.

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY EMPLOYEES ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED. ALL PERSONNEL MAY BE REQUIRED TO PERFORM DUTIES OUTSIDE OF THEIR NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES FROM TIME TO TIME, AS NEEDED.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In perso