Diesel Mechanic

Cemstone; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 55,104 - 73,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cemstone is seeking a skilled heavy equipment mechanic to repair and service our fleet of heavy-duty trucks and related yard equipment in Minnesota. You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and brake system issues, weld and fabricate parts, and perform preventive maintenance in a safety-focused environment.

You will read job orders, plan repairs, use a variety of tools, and ensure parts and service are completed to DOT standards.

Qualifications

• Two-year college or technical school or 6 months to 1 year related experience.
• Ability to read and understand job orders and manuals.
• DOT inspector training certificate (upon request).
• Ability to work individually or in a group.
• Commitment to safety and DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Read job order and diagnose malfunction by listening to truck in operation.
• Diagnose and repair/replace failed parts on transmission, engines, rear axles, gear boxes, hydraulics.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems in equipment.
• Repair hydraulic components and steering systems.
• Diagnose and repair brake systems.
• Service equipment including grease trucks; change oils/fluids.
• Weld components and fabricate parts as needed.
• Operate cutting torch and gas welding equipment.
• Operate shop and air tools; use power drills and saws.
• Operate service or tow trucks with required license.
• Maintain professional relationships with employees, suppliers, and customers.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Brake system repair

Manual reading/comprehension

Education

Two-year college or technical school

DOT inspector training certificate

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting torch

Gas welding

Power tools

Air tools

Chipping guns

Scalers

Impact guns

Job description

Job Summary:Cemstone has become synonymous with high quality products and unparalleled service in the ready-mix concrete industry in the upper Midwest. Our reputation is reflected in the structures we’ve helped create and our long-held and long-practiced commitment to our core values. Here's your opportunity to join an amazing family-owned business that has been around for nearly 100 years!What You'll Do:Repair heavy duty trucks and related equipment on the trucks. Work on and repair related equipment associated with shop area and other equipment in and around yard area.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Read job order and observe and listen to truck in operation to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures.Diagnose and repair/replace various parts/components that have failed or are causing malfunctions on the equipment, such as transmission, engines, drain lines rear axles, gear boxes and hydraulic components.Troubleshoot and repair electrical problems relating to the equipment and its components.Diagnose and repair problems related to the hydraulic components of equipment.Diagnose and repair problems on the steering systems of equipment.Diagnose and repair problems on the brake system of equipment.Service equipment: i.e., grease trucks and related equipment, change oils/fluids.Welding of components necessary for repair of equipment and/or fabrication of components/parts necessary for repair of equipment.Operate cutting torch and gas welding equipment.Operate shop tools: i.e., power drill, power saw and related power tools. Operate air tools, chipping guns and scalers, impact guns and related air tools.Operate service truck or tow truck with required license.Maintain effective working relationships with company employees, suppliers, and customers. Promote and maintain the professional image and reputation of the company and ensure timely problem resolution and customer satisfaction.Other duties as assigned by the director of fleet.Qualifications and Requirements:Two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Apply knowledge of mechanical functioning of various components on the equipment, and make necessary repairs related to the equipment as these problems occur.Perform these jobs on an individual basis as well as being able to work with others in group situations.Work on various equipment in varying positions, either crawling under and/or laying on their back on top of or on a wheeled unit for various lengths of time. Work with wrenches and/or tolls as described earlier in all the above circumstances. Do various jobs utilizing proper body mechanics.Perform the jobs required to repair equipment according to US DOT regulations and specifications.Comply with all company safety related rules. Work with safety related equipment to perform your duties.Always make sure that the equipment being worked on is made safe for oneself and other employees before performing any work-related tasks.Ability to understand written instructions and/or problems written up concerning necessary repairs required for various equipment malfunctions.Ability to understand service/repair manuals relating to equipment/parts on which would be worked.Computer keyboard skills and or ability to learn through training.DOT inspector training certificate (upon request).Pay: $45.90 per hourBenefitsMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceLife InsuranceRetirement PlansPaid Time OffWellness ProgramEducation AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramClosingIf you are interested in becoming part of our team, please apply online today.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that a diverseworkforce is essential and strongly encourage qualified women, minorities,individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. Join us in building a diverse and talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve.