Heavy Machine Mechanic at Goodwin Brothers Construction Company

St. Louis, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Heavy Equipment Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Diagnostics, Repairs, Crane Experience, Mechanical Systems, Hydraulic Systems, Electrical Systems, Safety Compliance, Equipment Operation, Inspection, Communication, Physical Labor, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, CDL License

Industry

Construction

Description

This position works on Goodwin Brothers’ equipment and vehicles handling preventive maintenance, performing diagnostics, and making repairs. The ideal candidate will have crane experience. Work is done on heavy construction equipment and on-highway trucks. The work needs to be performed in the safest, most effective way possible to avoid downtime. This position involves physical labor like lifting and moving equipment, handling parts for heavy machinery, and using various types of equipment. Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required Trade school or related training desired Currently hold a valid CDL license (Class A or B) or the ability to obtain CDL within 60 days Must have previous experience as a mechanic or technician, with a focus on heavy equipment, or related field that showcases skills with mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems Experience repairing and maintaining cranes is highly desired Job specifics include: Operate equipment proficiently in a safe and efficient manner, while producing high quality work and meeting production goals. Know and follow all company, client and OSHA safety rules and company policies and procedures. Confirm that utilities and other buried or overhead lines or structures are located and clearly marked prior to digging or performing work. Maintain legal excavations per OSHA and Goodwin Brothers regulations including adjusting for type of ground material and depth, benching, sloping, and trench shields. Conduct daily inspections of equipment and general work area prior to the start of any work, including completing all required paperwork, to ensure safety and proper functioning of equipment. Load and unload trucks with materials, rock, and dirt with various types of equipment. Evaluate soil and ground material types and make necessary adjustments based on how they affect the work being performed and the hazards they present. Maintain an active awareness of surroundings near the equipment to maintain safe operation and distances from potential hazards such as underground utility lines, overhead utility lines, other equipment, and other workers. Maintain the flow of work under minimal supervision considering both safety and production. Communicate with other workers and trades on the job site using various communication methods including hand signals. Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored when not in use. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisors. Throughout our over 75-year history, Goodwin Brothers’ job has been to build. Come build with us. Goodwin Brothers Construction Company has a career opportunity for a Heavy Machine Mechanic. Goodwin Brothers Construction Co. prides itself on being a self-performing General Contractor in heavy industrial, municipal and civil type projects. Since 1947, we have instilled the value of long-term relationships built through our commitment to upholding the highest craftsmanship and integrity. We are St. Louis based, family-owned company. Goodwin Brothers Construction Co. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Responsibilities

The Heavy Machine Mechanic will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on Goodwin Brothers’ equipment and vehicles. The role requires ensuring safety and efficiency while minimizing downtime and maintaining high-quality work.