Baytown-Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Trans-Global Solutions, Inc; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with Match

Paid Holidays/Vacation

Safety Bonus Program

Job summary

A reputable machinery maintenance company based in Baytown, Texas, seeks a skilled Mechanic to maintain and repair heavy equipment. The candidate will perform inspections, conduct preventive maintenance, and resolve vehicle deficiencies. Key qualifications include experience with heavy machinery and high-tech power tools. The position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical and life insurance, 401K with match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to conduct inspections and diagnostic tests.
• Knowledge of federal and state vehicle requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Correct vehicle deficiencies through repairs and adjustments.
• Maintain vehicle records and ensure equipment availability.
• Order parts and manage inventory to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Tooling

Supply Management

Mechanical Inspection Tools

Technical Understanding

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Thoroughness

Verbal Communication

Documentation Skills

Inventory Control

Job Knowledge

Tools

High-tech power tools

Job description

Description: Mechanic

Company Benefits:

TGS offers a competitive compensation & benefits package to include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K with Match, Paid Holidays/Vacation, and a Safety Bonus Program.

Mechanic Job Purpose:

Maintains equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; adjusting and alignments; keeping records. Work performed on trucks, trains & heavy equipment.

Technician / Mechanic Job Duties:

• Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
• Caterpillar experience a plus.
• Experience with Backhoes, Excavators, Dozers, Forklift, & Off Road Trucks.
• 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; adjustingand 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.
• Performs some physical work to include climbing, heavy lifting, and carrying.
• Travel may be required to reach vehicle needing repair.

Skills/Qualifications:

Tooling, Supply Management, Mechanical Inspection Tools, Technical Understanding, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Thoroughness, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control, Job Knowledge: possess knowledge, experience, and expertise in operating high-tech power tools and equipment.