Heavy Equipment / Truck Diesel Mechanic Position Available In Merrimack, New Hampshire
Tallo's Job Summary: The Heavy Equipment/Truck Diesel Mechanic position involves servicing, repairing, and testing engines, motors, and equipment. Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, performing preventative maintenance, and overhauling major components. Qualifications include a high school diploma, 1+ year of relevant experience, and the ability to lift heavy objects. ASE certification is preferred but not required. The role may require working in construction environments and varying weather conditions.
Company:
F.L Merrill Construction
Salary:
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Job Description
- ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- include but are not limited to the following.
Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Service, repair, adjust and test all engines, motors, moving parts and equipment
- Inspect equipment or materials to identify the cause of problems or defects
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed
- Inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment
- Raise trucks and heavy parts, or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists
- Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves
- Troubleshoot operation problems and determine plan of action to remedy problems
- Install equipment, etc. to meet specifications
- Complete all necessary paperwork, as required
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
- Perform preventative maintenance
- Overhaul and test major components like engines and hydraulic systems
- Install and repair special equipment
- Perform minor welding and brazing
- Maintain and service equipment
- Change and repair tires
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QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required
- Skilled mechanical work
- Troubleshooting
- Ability to read and interpret diagnostic test results
- Ability to use a variety of test equipment and shop tools
- Ability to perform basic care and maintenance
- Ability to Lift 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carry of objects weighing up to 50 lbs
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crawl, climb, and balance
- May be exposed to varying weather conditions, noise levels, and dust levels
- May work in construction environments
- May be exposed to potentially hazardous or toxic waste
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required
- One (1) + year of experience in Heavy Equipment Mechanical maintenance
- ASE preferred but not required. Must be willing to obtain an ASE certification in at least two areas, or complete within 18 months
- CDL preferred but not required. Must have a valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record to drive company vehicles
- Knowledge of up-to-date methods of maintaining autos, trucks and emergency vehicles
- Knowledge of operating principles and maintenance of gasoline and diesel-powered engines
- Ability to work in various weather conditions
- Knowledge of safety standards pertaining to construction field
- During peak season, ability to work overtime and weekends
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
