Field Mechanic

Phillips Inc; Silverthorne (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Inc. is seeking a skilled technician to inspect, repair and maintain construction vehicles and heavy equipment. The role involves reading operating manuals and blueprints, diagnosing faults, and ensuring repairs meet manufacturer specifications.

You will use hoists, hand tools and diagnostic equipment, with a requirement to lift up to 50 pounds and work in dusty environments. The candidate should have a high school diploma and own tools, with availability for long periods away from home

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Ability to diagnose faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to work in dusty environments and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair construction vehicles and heavy equipment/machinery.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Operate machines to diagnose defects and test performance after repairs.
• Follow safety procedures and manufacturer specifications.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Blueprint reading

Physical stamina

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Inspect, maintain and repair construction vehicles and heavy equipment/machinery using hand and power tools and appropriate lifting equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools
• Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency
• Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Requirements:

• Work in dusty or dirty surrounding
• Workers must be able to stoop, bend, crouch and crawl; use hands, arms and legs fully; grasp, manipulate, and assemble small objects; see and hear well (either naturally or with correction)
• Lift up to 50 pounds with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds
• Ability to be away from home for long periods of time
• Valid Driver’s license and good driving record
• Must have own tools

Education and Experience:

High school diploma preferred two-three years relevant experience.

Candidates that accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.

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