Heavy or Diesel Equipment Mechanic

Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing preventative maintenance activities on heavy and off-road equipment. Performs minor repairs on light-duty vehicles and trucks. Working conditions are primarily in an outside or shop environment with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dust, damp/wet surfaces, high noise levels, oily surfaces, and hazardous heavy equipment. May require shift work,
weekends, nights, and holidays. Exercises no supervision.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs assigned preventative maintenance work including changing oil and other fluids, greasing joints, and replacing filters on heavy equipment and some light-duty vehicles.

• Performs minor repairs including work on starters, alternators, brakes, belts, hoses, windshield wipers, and gasoline engines.

• Completes required work order paperwork.

• Conducts safety checks on all equipment.

• Assists in heavy equipment repairs and heavy equipment adjustments, frequently lifting and carrying parts or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Assists higher level mechanics on project work.

• Performs other maintenance duties.

• Transports vehicles of all types to work locations or repair vendors.

• Performs inventory, monitors check out/check in of parts, and identifies salvageable parts.

• May change/repair tires and wash equipment, as needed.

• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).

• Minimum of six (6) months of experience performing essential job functions listed above which could include experience gained through a technical training program.

• Must possess a Texas Class "A" Driver's License (CDL) or obtain within 90 days of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of operating characteristics of a variety of automotive and heavy equipment.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions, practices, and procedures.

• Knowledge of tools, equipment, and diagnostic testing devices used in auto, truck, and heavy equipment repair and maintenance.

• Knowledge of automotive heavy equipment systems repair and maintenance procedures.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of record keeping.

• Knowledge of repair and maintenance scheduling techniques and procedures.

• Knowledge of automotive and heavy equipment trouble shooting and diagnostic procedures and techniques.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

• Ability to perform automotive and heavy equipment repairs and maintenance.

• Ability to diagnose defects and repair needs on a wide variety of automobiles, trucks, and heavy equipment.

• Ability to utilize all tools and equipment used in automotive and heavy equipment repair.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, with employees, supervisors, and the general public.

• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.