Heavy Equipment Road Mechanic

Heavy Equipment Road Mechanic

Salary: $28/hour

Job Type: Full time, non-exempt

Qualifications

• Heavy equipment repair and maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)
• Hydraulics: 3 years (Preferred)
• Diesel engines: 3 years (Preferred)
• Welding experience: 3 years (Preferred)
• US work authorization
• Driver’s License: Valid, unrestricted, CDL preferred but not required
• Clean motor vehicle record
• High school diploma or GED
• Vocational or technical school certification is preferred, but not required
• Punctual and reliable
• Proficiency with required technology, including iOS and MS Windows products
• Strong communication skills
• MSHA certification
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

About Us

Since 1999, Commonwealth Equipment has served the needs of the crushing and screening industry across the greater mid-Atlantic region. As one of the leading North American dealers, Commonwealth Equipment maintains a significant rental fleet and provides after sales support to a large customer base. Our Ashley location is our primary hub, boasting a large parts inventory, full-service repair facility, and dedicated parts and service support staff.

Commonwealth Equipment offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family, paid vacation and holidays, and IRA plan with company match.

Job Description

Commonwealth Equipment has an immediate opening for an experienced, career-minded Heavy Equipment Road Mechanic to join our team.

We are seeking applicants with a minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience in Heavy Equipment repairs and routine maintenance. The position is based in our Ashley, PA location and reports to the Service Manager.

Skills and Responsibilities

• Consistently ensures a safe work environment for self and others
• Respond to service calls on remote job sites for equipment such as crushers, screeners, conveyors, shredders, and grinders
• Ability to operate, inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, service, and maintain equipment, according to technical manuals, wiring and hydraulic diagrams, and spare parts manuals
• Perform major repair work, such as removal and replacement of components
• Perform all necessary repairs to keep our rental fleet and customer equipment in good operating condition
• Maintain tools and keep truck clean
• Conduct preventative maintenance and recommend wear parts replacement to avoid unnecessary repair and downtime
• Willingness to work under various job site conditions, and travel to different sites within the PA-NY-NJ area
• Work in a proactive, safe manner in compliance with all safety protocols and training
• Document work performed and parts used, to ensure timely and accurate billing
• Check messages on a regular basis and respond accordingly
• Provide daily report to service manager
• Must be able to diagnose and repair equipment, both independently and with help from others
• Knowledge of crushing and screening equipment a plus
• Must be safety-oriented and exhibit safe work habits
• Defensive driving skills
• Physical ability to work under temperature extremes and for extended hours. Normal shift is 8-10 hours.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed
• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes
• Represent the company in a positive, professional manner

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Heavy equipment repair and maintenance: 3 years (Required)
• Hydraulic repair: 3 years (Required)
• Diesel engine repair: 3 years (Required)
• Mechanic: 3 years (Required)
• Crusher and Screener: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• MSHA Certification (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road