Diesel Mechanic at Boston Sand & Gravel
Apply to this position by emailing your resume to: jobs@bostonsand.com
Job Summary:
Perform maintenance and repair of various types of mobile diesel equipment in Company shops or on public roadways as necessary. Maximize equipment availability through the use of efficient and proactive preventative maintenance programs. Increasing responsibilities per job grade as indicated below.
Essential Accountabilities
Diagnose problems and perform mechanical repair and maintenance to various types of equipment including but not limited to: tires, ready mix concrete trucks, heavy construction equipment and passenger vehicles
Operate and inspect equipment to diagnose defects
Perform routine preventative maintenance such as lubricating, oil changes, and failure analysis
Rebuild or fabricate parts as needed
Create work orders on repairs and services providing legible and accurate information for work performed
Coordinate with location supervisor and review Vehicle Condition Reports (VCR’s), to prioritize work accordingly
Input daily repair reports into software based tracking program (Trimble)
Communicate with drivers and plant managers to ensure adherence to preventative vehicle maintenance policies and practices
Use a wide variety of hand and power tools, cutting torches and welding equipment
Order parts from approved vendors and drive Company pick-up/repair truck to pick up parts
Operate fixed and mobile equipment as necessary
May assist in the maintenance and repair of fixed equipment
Comply with all Safety, Health, Environmental and other Company policies, procedures and requirements
Perform other duties as directed by supervisor
Other Duties
Performs duties safely, responsibly and proficiently.
Maintains good housekeeping practices in plant, tool and parts house and shop areas.
Follows lube manual and guidelines and plant equipment service manuals.
Performs a variety of duties as directed in addition to those described herein.
Reviews lubrication reports and service records and under close supervision performs oil lube and filter service on all assigned equipment as directed.
Incumbent should be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or pull, push, as well as, bend and lift at least 45 pounds.
Incumbent must be able to work in outdoor weather conditions of heat and cold.
May be subject to wearing a respirator.
Frequently works near moving, mechanical parts, and vehicular traffic.
The employee may work in high and/or precarious places or cramped work space that requires getting into awkward positions.
Must be able to work required overtime and flexible work schedule.
Must be able to speak, read, and have a working knowledge of the English language.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent; completion of diesel mechanic school preferred Experience: Minimum two (2) years’ experience in the construction/mining/concrete industry preferred
License: Valid Class “A” or Class “B” commercial driver’s license would be helpful
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be computer literate.
Must have a thorough knowledge of all aspects of diesel engine repair, driveline components and hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and pneumatics systems.
Must be knowledgeable in principles of welding, sandblasting, and spray painting.
Must have CDL and be DOT qualified.
Must be able to operate a ready-mix concrete truck.
Working Conditions
This position requires knowledge and awareness of construction and industrial sites. Protective gear will be required where appropriate. Position requires ability to work at multiple sites and varying start times dependent on business needs. This position may require evening and weekend work.
Technician Mechanic Job Duties:
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; making adjustments 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.
Diesel Technician Mechanic Skills and Qualifications
Tooling, Supply Management, Mechanical Inspection Tools, Technical Understanding, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Thoroughness, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control and People skills.
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Diesel Mechanic: 2 years (Preferred)
diesel technician: 1 year (Preferred)
License
CDL Class A (Preferred)
Work Location
One location
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Skills
Diesel engines
Mechanic experience
Pay Frequency
Weekly
Vehicle Type
Heavy trucks
Shop Type
Fleet
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
Dependable - more reliable than spontaneous