Diesel Mechanic

Texas-Materials; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Retirement savings plan

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Materials in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to perform repairs on mobile equipment and at our Concrete Ready-Mix plants. The role involves a 60/40 split between shop and field work.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years mobile equipment maintenance, a high school diploma or GED, and a CDL is preferred. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems and transmissions.
• Familiarity with welding and diagnostic tools.
• CDL preferred and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, transmissions, brakes, and drivelines.
• Perform shop and mobile repairs on ready-mix trucks and other equipment (60/40 split).
• Use diagnostic software to troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Order parts and maintain inventory; assist Senior Mechanic as needed.
• Follow safety policies and participate in tailgate safety meetings.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Transmissions

Brakes

Drivelines

Welding

Diagnostic software

Reading/writing in English

Education

High school diploma

Trade school certification

CDL preferred

Job description

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build theinfrastructure of Texas.

Under the immediate direction of the Senior/ Lead Mechanic, the Diesel Mechanic performs repairs on mobile equipment, including ready mix trucks, front end loaders, and trailers. 60/40 work split between Shop and mobile repairs at Concrete Ready-Mix plants.

Key Responsibilities/Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent GED required
• Minimum 5 years Mobile Equipment Maintenance Experience, Ready Mix Maintenance Experience, preferred
• Trade School or related mechanical / technical certification
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) and safe driving record preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of repair and maintenance of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical, transmissions, brakes, drivelines and other automotive systems to perform repair work
• Basic welding skills
• Ability to read and write in English
• 40 hours per week and overtime on an as needed basis

Work Requirements

• Observes and listens to truck in operation to determine malfunctions.
• Use diagnostic software to do advanced troubleshooting
• Reads manuals, uses hand tools, power tools to perform repairs and maintenance to electrical systems, power transmissions, brakes, drivelines and other automotive systems to perform repair work
• Replaces rollers and other wear items as required
• Performs welding, repair and fabrication
• Assists Senior Mechanic as needed
• Operates mobile equipment as needed
• Delivers technical advice to Ready Mix Truck Drivers and other mobile equipment operators.
• Maintains parts inventory and orders of parts and supplies as needed
• Demonstrates good knowledge of lock out/tag out procedure required during certain procedures
• May make service calls at other plants or emergency roadside repairs as needed
• Assists with training co-workers as needed
• General clean-up of work areas
• Follows safety policies and procedures as written
• Participates in the shop safety program and conduct tailgate safety meeting.
• Performs other duties as required

Physical Requirements

• Work requires the ability to lift a maximum of 100 lbs.
• Work requires the ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend from trunk, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects
• Work requires the ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet
• Work requires the ability to perform sustained overhead reaching
• Work requires the ability to use vibration tools
• Work requires the ability to perform work white lying on back tar for prolonged periods of time and in some cases cramped quarters
• Work requires the ability to work in areas with the potential for high noise levels
• Work is performed 50% outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather and 50% indoors

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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