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AmeriTex Pipe & Products

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead

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A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.

$55,112 / year median in Texas

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

Hours:
5am - 5:30pm (hours can vary) This role is responsible conducting proper inspections, preventative maintenance in all the heavy equipment assigned to the facility. Corrects vehicle deficiencies and makes the necessary repairs, adjustments and updates the tracking systems as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION
High school diploma or GED preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Experience in construction or manufacturing desired but not required. Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following, but are not limited to: Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying worn and damaged parts. Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures. Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; adjusting and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units. Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems. Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards. Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting. Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs. Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. Contains costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options. Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications. Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Escalate issues to the Maintenance Manager as needed. Other related duties as required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must have adequate communication skills and the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, and team members.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Powered industrial truck certification, other industrial truck certifications as required. Demonstrated competency with required tools and equipment.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Please describe your experience maintaining and servicing heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, motor graders, etc.), including diesel engine preventive maintenance tasks. Are you able to work in a non-climate controlled environment? Our facility is located at 1750 Wall Street Rd Gunter. Will the commute work for you? Do you have Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Lead, Lead Heavy Equipment Operator, or in a similar leadership role within a construction, manufacturing, or industrial environment? If so, please clarify.
Experience:
Heavy Equipment Mechanical:
3 years (Required)
Leadership:
3 years (Required)
Work Location:
In person