Heavy-Duty Mechanic Creative Lifting Services Inc. is looking for an experienced Heavy-Duty Mechanic to join our team. We specialize in the sales, rentals, service, and repair of self-erecting tower cranes and maintain a diverse fleet of support equipment, including tractor-trailers, generators, light- and medium-duty trucks, and heavy-duty equipment. Most maintenance and repairs are completed in-house. We are looking for a hands-on, dependable mechanic who can reliably diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical, electrical, air, hydraulic, and emissions systems in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Responsibilities & Requirements Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, air, hydraulic, and emissions systems Repair and service diesel engines, brakes, suspensions, steering, drivetrains, and transmissions Diagnose and service diesel emissions and aftertreatment systems Use diagnostic equipment and software to identify and troubleshoot equipment issues Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled services Perform Annual DOT inspections Maintain accurate repair, service, and inspection documentation Identify required parts and communicate repair needs or equipment concerns Work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities Provide your own set of mechanic tools Valid driver's license and clean driving record Ability to operate a manual transmission Preferred Experience Construction or heavy-equipment repair experience Crane or lifting-equipment experience Forklift operation experience Telehandler operation experience Rigging experience Crane hand signaling / signal person experience Familiarity with safe lifting, material handling, and load-control practices CDL is helpful but not required Welding and fabrication experience is a plus Physical Demands This is an active, hands-on position that requires the ability to: Regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and work in various positions Climb on, under, and around trucks and heavy equipment Use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop equipment Perform repetitive mechanical tasks requiring manual dexterity Lift, carry, push, and pull tools, parts, and equipment as required to perform assigned work Work for extended periods while standing or in confined or awkward positions Safely perform the physical duties associated with heavy-duty equipment maintenance and repairs Work Environment Primarily a shop and yard environment working around trucks, cranes, forklifts, telehandlers, heavy equipment, and machinery Regular exposure to noise, vibration, grease, oil, diesel fuel, exhaust, dust, and other conditions typical of a heavy-equipment repair facility Work may occasionally be performed outdoors and in varying weather conditions Regular use of appropriate PPE and adherence to company safety procedures is required Work involves moving vehicles, suspended or elevated equipment, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and other shop-related hazards Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where repair priorities and schedules can change based on operational needs
Work Schedule:
Typically Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Flexibility is required, as occasional early starts, late hours, and weekend work may be necessary based on workload, equipment needs, and scheduling demands.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$27.00 - $32.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply