Equipment Mechanic

Big-D Construction Corporation; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Equipment Mechanic to join their team in Tempe. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a dynamic environment focused on innovation and success. As an Equipment Mechanic, you will be responsible for performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical issues, and ensuring the proper functioning of various equipment. The company prides itself on fostering a culture of learning and achievement, providing you with the tools necessary to excel. If you're passionate about mechanics and eager to contribute to a thriving team, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; 3-5 years of mechanical repair experience.
• Must possess valid state driver license and Class B CDL.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on construction equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine repair methods.
• Maintain logs and provide documentation of repair work.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to operate hand tools

Knowledge of construction methods

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Hydraulic knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

3-5 years’ experience in mechanical repairs

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Cutting torches

Job description

Big-D is looking for a dynamic Equipment Mechanic (fuel/Lube). This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that is on a mission to be the most sought-after company in the business. We seek and employee exceptional, hard-working, lifetime learners; we give them the tools to succeed when we find them. We have a culture of growth and achievement powered by innovation, supported by purpose and joy.

Big-D has an opportunity for an Equipment Mechanic to join our team of construction professionals based in Tempe, AZ.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred
• 3-5 years’ experience in mechanical repairs

Certification/License Requirements:

• Must possess a valid state driver license
• Regulated driver and medical card
• Forklift certification is preferred but not required
• Must have Class B CDL

Critical Skills:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to operate hand tools and basic power tools
• Knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and practices used in construction and maintenance
• Understanding of technical operation, service, or repair manuals
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Ability to make decisions and problem solve
• Ability to work varied shifts or extended hours, as required
• Working with small to large equipment.
• Unleaded and diesel engine units.
• Hydraulic knowledge.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Great communication skills and ability to work well with customers
• Regular, timely, and predictable attendance is required for this position

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment, and repairs or replaces defective items as necessary, using hand tools and power tools
• Assembles, installs, or repairs wiring, electrical, and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment
• Diagnoses minor mechanical problems, and determines the proper repair method, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary
• Plans and lays out repair work, using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, and schematic diagrams
• Inspects, operates, and tests machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunction
• Maintains maintenance logs
• Operates cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts
• Fuels equipment on job sites
• Provides written documentation of repair work completed
• Orders parts, supplies, and equipment from suppliers, or obtains them from storage or Big-D’s yard
• Reads schematics or technical drawings
• Follows all DOT Safety rules and regulations

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee may be required to lift heavy objects in awkward positions that require flexible range of motion. Specific vision abilities include close vision and peripheral vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and will be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions, including rain, sleet, snow, wind, and heat.

Hazards:

May be exposed to extremes of heat and cold as well as certain unsafe environments; occasionally works near moving equipment and mechanical parts and electrical equipment; possible exposure to fumes or airborne particles; possible exposure to internal liquids. This is a safety sensitive position where a momentary lapse of attention can result in serious injury or death. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally very loud. Must follow all safety requirements carefully.

Additional Job Information:

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction. #LI-Onsite

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities