Shop Mechanic

Position Purpose:Responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all types of wire pulling and stringing equipment, heavy equipment, trailers, and vehicles used for electrical construction projects.

Essential Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect and repair diesel engines, gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, electrical systems, air conditioning systems, compressors, generators, suspensions, brakes, transmissions, fuel injection systems, ignition systems and air tools
• Replace and repair damaged components
• Perform engine flushing/cleaning, parts lubrication, oil changes and maintenance checks and all equipment
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repairing all types of heavy equipment, trailers,aerial lift platforms, bulldozer, bucket trucks
• Annual DOT and Crane Inspections
• Perform vehicle preventative maintenance

Knowledge | Skills | Abilities

• 2-4 years experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment (wheeled and tracked) or trucks
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics, maintenance manuals, service bulletins and diagrams
• Strong welding (Stick/MIG) and fabrication skills
• Basic understanding of DOT Regulations
• Basic understanding of iPhones, iPads and computers
• Good organizational and recordkeeping skills
• Proficient in the use of diagnostic and testing equipment
• Customer service skills

Qualifications

• High School graduate.
• Must possess a valid class A Commercial Drive License (CDL) or have the ability to obtain one.

Work Environment

• Must be able to remain standing approximately 75% of the time
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, reaching
• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and vendors and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Occasionally lifting 40 pounds