Heavy Equipment Mechanic Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

• Job Title:

  Heavy Equipment Mechanic

• Job Description
• We are seeking an experienced Equipment Mechanic with a minimum of 3 years of experience in repairing mobile mining equipment. The ideal candidate should have extensive exposure to mining equipment brands such as CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Sandvik, Hitachi, and Liebherr. The role involves machine rebuilds, overhauls, and major component replacements. OEM experience is highly desired.
• Responsibilities
• + Repair and maintain mobile mining equipment.

+ Perform machine rebuilds, overhauls, and major component replacements. + Disassemble and reassemble Frac Transmissions. + Execute welding fabrication, arc welding, metal inert gas welding, arc gouging, and use of an oxyacetylene torch. + Handle technical tasks involving hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors. + Operate service vehicles and perform fieldwork without supervision. + Maintain a tool inventory sufficient to perform assigned tasks. + Ensure all work is conducted with a sense of urgency and exceeds customer expectations.

• Essential Skills
• + Minimum 3 years of experience repairing mobile mining equipment.

+ Exposure to mining equipment such as CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Sandvik, Hitachi, and Liebherr. + Experience with machine rebuilds, overhauls, and major component replacements. + OEM experience highly desired. + Mechanic experience on Frac Transmissions (disassembly and assembly/rebuild). + Experience with welding fabrication, arc welding, metal inert gas welding, arc gouging, and use of an oxyacetylene torch. + Technical experience with hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors. + Mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatics repair skills. + Proficient in preventive maintenance, service schematics, and troubleshooting. + Experience with diesel engines, heavy equipment, and forklift repair. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

• Additional Skills & Qualifications
• + Proficient in the use of a computer and related software (Word, Excel, etc.

). + Strong problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy. + Ability to operate a service vehicle. + Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. + Able to lift more than 50 pounds. + Ability to perform duties with a sense of urgency, exceeding customer expectations. + Ability to work in the field without supervision. + Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced service environment. + Must maintain a safe working record.

• Why Work Here?
• Join a team that values hard work and dedication. We offer a dynamic and fast-paced environment where your skills will be put to the test and rewarded. Enjoy the opportunity for professional growth and the chance to work with industry-leading equipment. We prioritize safety and excellence in all our operations.
• Work Environment
• This position operates on a 14-7 rotation, with working hours from 6am to 3pm. The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor responsibilities in a shop setting.
• Pay and Benefits
• The pay range for this position is $72800.00 – $93600.00/yr. Full benefits for this employer can be found in more detail on the website or provided by the HR department. Benefits include medical, vision, dental, 401k, twic payment
• Workplace Type
• This is a fully onsite position in Baton Rouge,LA.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2025.

• About Aerotek:

• We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder.

Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.