Diesel Mechanic II: Versatile Heavy Equipment Specialist

Monarch Cement Company; Humboldt (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Monarch Cement Company in Kansas is seeking an experienced diesel mechanic to keep our fleet of trucks, cranes, locomotives, and loaders running safely. You’ll diagnose, repair, and perform maintenance across a wide range of equipment, using manuals and schematics to source parts.

A strong background in diesel engines, plus a Caterpillar repair cert, is required; CDL or willingness to obtain one is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of verifiable full-time experience as a diesel mechanic.
• Caterpillar Repair Certification from an accredited program.
• Strong working knowledge of diesel and internal combustion engine theory and components.
• Comfort and skill with powered drills, grinders, hones, and specialty mechanic's tools.
• A valid CDL, or the willingness to obtain one after joining the team.
• Your own set of mechanic's tools (a full list is provided) — four weeks to round it out.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair internal combustion and diesel engines and their auxiliary systems — electrical, cooling, pneumatic, and hydraulic.
• Perform mechanical maintenance across a wide equipment fleet: trucks, semi-trucks, cranes, loaders, forklifts, pumps, and compressors.
• Use parts lists, manuals, and schematics to accurately diagnose issues and specify replacement parts.
• Keep clean, organized equipment logs and a well-maintained work area.
• Step in as an equipment operator when needed, and take on new challenges as they come up.

Skills

Diesel engine theory

5+ years full-time experience

CDL or willing to obtain

Caterpillar repair cert

Tool proficiency

Education

Vocational Technical Training

Tools

Extensions

Metric sockets 10-19

Standard sockets 1/4-1/2

Pry bars

Screwdrivers

Allen wrenches

Hammers

O-ring pick set

Job description

Monarch Cement Company in Kansas is seeking an experienced diesel mechanic to keep our fleet of trucks, cranes, locomotives, and loaders running safely. You’ll diagnose, repair, and perform maintenance across a wide range of equipment, using manuals and schematics to source parts.

A strong background in diesel engines, plus a Caterpillar repair cert, is required; CDL or willingness to obtain one is expected.