Diesel Mechanic — Heavy Trucks & Equipment

Cemstone Concrete Materials LLC; Cylinder (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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 Concrete Materials LLC is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment/Truck Mechanic to repair and service our fleet in the upper Midwest. You will diagnose malfunctions, repair engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical systems, and perform welding as needed.

Designed for a hands-on team player, this role requires mechanical know-how, textbook knowledge, and adherence to safety and DOT regulations within a family-owned business approaching a century of service.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Electrical repair

Hydraulic systems

Welding

Education

Two-year college / technical school

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting torch

Air tools

Hydraulic tools

Job description

Cemstone Concrete Materials LLC is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment/Truck Mechanic to repair and service our fleet in the upper Midwest. You will diagnose malfunctions, repair engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical systems, and perform welding as needed.

Designed for a hands-on team player, this role requires mechanical know-how, textbook knowledge, and adherence to safety and DOT regulations within a family-owned business approaching a century of service.