Diesel Mechanic for Heavy Equipment and Fleet Trucks

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc.; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Diesel Mechanic for Heavy Equipment to join their team in Goose Creek, SC. The role involves maintaining and repairing heavy equipment, ensuring efficient operations at job sites. Candidates should have significant mechanical experience and a valid South Carolina license, with benefits including medical and 401K offerings.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

401K with company match and Profit Sharing

Vacation and Holidays

Qualifications

• Preferred four years of varied mechanical experience.
• Must have a clean driving record and background.
• Flexible availability required for overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for inspecting equipment and determining repairs.
• Maintains and repairs automobiles and heavy equipment.
• Operates tools and machinery in maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of methods, materials, tools

Ability to read and write English

Ability to lift and carry objects

Perform minor welding

Education

Completion of recognized apprenticeship

Valid South Carolina Class D license

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Diesel Mechanic for Heavy Equipment

Thompson Equipment Maintenance, Inc. is currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support the Shop’s fleet in the

Job Description

Diesel Mechanic for Heavy Equipment

Thompson Equipment Maintenance, Inc. is currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support the Shop’s fleet in the Charleston Tri-County area. The majority of duties assigned to this position will involve heavy equipment maintenance and construction equipment on site in the local area. Assignments will also include work on automotive equipment.

Roles And Responsibilities

• The Heavy Equipment Mechanic will be responsible for inspecting equipment to locate and determine the extent of necessary repairs and take corrective action necessary.
• Maintains and repairs automobiles, trucks, tractors, mixer trucks, dozers, excavators, pumps, and the like, inclusive to diesel and gasoline engines and similar equipment.
• Makes installation or repairs to special equipment
• Operates and maintains tools and machinery used in the repair and maintenance of heavy maintenance and construction equipment
• Assists Shop Foreman in the selection of parts for equipment.
• Performs minor welding and brazing work as needed
• Keeps simple records and reports
• Assists internal customer’s drivers and operators on a daily basis.
• HOURS typically: Monday through Friday, 6am - 4pm but may vary
  
  

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Preferred four years (4) of varied mechanical experience on gas and diesel powered trucks or heavy construction equipment within a certified shop.
• Possession of a valid South Carolina Class D license and a clean driving record is a minimum requirement
• Either completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a gas and/or diesel-powered truck mechanic and/or a heavy construction equipment mechanic.
• Use of your own tools
• Must obtain a negative drug test result prior to hire and maintain throughout term of employment.
• Must meet company employment standards regarding background and driving records as needed.
• Have the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 90 pounds.
• Must have the ability to stand, kneel and crouch for long periods of time.
• Flexible availability to include overtime and possible weekends required.
• Work environments will vary making it necessary to tolerate weather conditions such as rain and extreme temperatures. Employees may be exposed to dust, dirt, loud noises, etc.
• 21 years of age.
• Must have a clean driving record and background
• Preferred that you live in the Charleston Metro area, within a 50 mile radius
  
  

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in construction, assembly, overhaul, repair and adjustment of gas and diesel powered trucks, heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of operating heavy construction and maintenance equipment as well as gas and diesel powered trucks.
• Knowledge of safety, regulations and practices.
• Ability to read and write English at a level required for successful job performance and communicate effectively.
• Fabricate, repair and make adjustments to various equipment and systems
• Perform minor welding preferred
• Work from simple drawings and sketches and make sketches of broken parts for replacement.
  
  

Pay Is Based On Experience.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, EAP, Vision, 401K with company match and Profit Sharing, Vacation and Holidays

Company Description

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. is a sitework construction company based in Charleston, SC. Serving the tri-county area since 1948, we have the capabilities to perform a turnkey operation in the area of site development.

Our work involves private, public, government, and commercial development projects. Previous project costs range from a few thousand dollars to in excess of 60 million dollars. We are a South Carolina Unlimited, Highway, General Contractor.

O.L. Thompson Construction Co., Inc. is a sitework construction company based in Charleston, SC. Serving the tri-county area since 1948, we have the capabilities to perform a turnkey operation in the area of site development. Our work involves private, public, government, and commercial development projects. Previous project costs range from a few thousand dollars to in excess of 60 million dollars. We are a South Carolina Unlimited, Highway, General Contractor.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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