Heavy Duty/ Equipment Mechanic

Suit-Kote Corporation; Town of Tully (NY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

Suit-Kote Corporation in the United States is seeking a Heavy Duty/Equipment Mechanic to diagnose and repair electrical, cooling, fuel, emissions, and hydraulic systems on heavy trucks, trailers, and construction equipment.

The role requires owning a tool set, at least 5 years of experience, OSHA 10 certification or willingness to obtain it, basic welding skills, and the ability to work as part of a team. Applicants must pass pre-employment checks and be able to work overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in industry or heavy-duty training.
• Must have or be willing to obtain an OSHA 10 Hour Safety Certificate.
• Basic welding knowledge/experience.
• Ability to work in a team setting and communicate clearly with team members.
• Supply own tool set for heavy highway construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical, cooling, computer fuel, emissions, and hydraulic systems on HD trucks and trailers.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, cooling, computer, emissions, fuel and hydraulic systems on construction equipment (chippers, pavers, rollers, mills).
• Document mileage/hours and safety procedures; maintain maintenance records and job orders.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, battery checks, safety inspections, brake repairs, lubrication.
• Examine vehicles to determine if additional safety or repair work is needed.

Skills

Own tools for heavy equipment

Team communication

Physical stamina

Reliability/ punctuality

OSHA 10 certification (willing)

Tools

Diagnostic tools for HD trucks

Welding tools

Job description

Heavy Duty/ Equipment Mechanic

Overview

Suit-Kote Corporation, a leading Asphalt products manufacturer, road construction and maintenance and asphalt application engineering company is seeking candidates for qualified auto and heavy equipment mechanics.

Safety Expectations

All Suit-Kote employees are required to comply with all safety rules and to observe safe work practices and operating procedures at all times. Whenever on Suit-Kote property or job sites, or operating Suit-Kote equipment, employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that promotes the safety of the employee, co-workers and others.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical, cooling, computer fuel, emissions, and hydraulic systems on HD trucks and trailers
• Diagnose and repair electrical, cooling, computer, emissions, fuel and hydraulic systems specialized on construction equipment ie. Chippers, pavers, rollers, mills, etc.
• Follow paper-flow procedures, including documenting correct mileage/hours and safety procedures and complete and maintain maintenance records and job orders
• Routine maintenance such as: changing oil, checking batteries, safety inspections, brake repairs, and lubricating equipment.
• Examine vehicles and equipment to determine if additional safety or repair work is needed.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Supply own tool set for heavy highway construction equipment
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Minimum of 5 years experience in industry or heavy-duty training
• Physical Organization and time management
• Must have or be willing to obtain an OSHA 10 Hour Safety Certificate
• Basic welding knowledge/ experience
• Willing to report to onsite repair orders
• Ability to work in a team settingCommunicate clearly and effectively with team members

Physical Requirements

• Flexibility in hours - overtime and weekend hours may be necessary
• Passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required and a background check will be conducted
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds
• Observe and comply with necessary PPE requirements
• Must be able to work in a noisy area with many odors present
• Bending, stretching, stooping, kneeling, crawling and squatting

Other Preferred Qualities

• NYS Inspector's License
• Commercial Driver's License
• Obtain or willingness to obtain a Medical Card
• Ability to operate manual transmission or be willing to learn
• Ability to read and understand SDS
• Air brake certified
• Previous industry equipment training
• Willingness to obtain company provided forklift training
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Basic math skills

Salary Range

$25 - $45 per hour

Additional Duties

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by your supervisor.

Benefits

Suit-Kote offers competitive wages, paid time off, and a growth oriented work environment. We extend employer-paid medical and dental benefits, as well as employer-paid life insurance to all full-time employees. Road call differential pay available. Personnel are eligible for participation in our 401k plan as well as supplemental benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled