Heavy Duty Mechanic

The ProLift Rigging Company; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

401(k)

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Vacation pay

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

The ProLift Rigging Company in California seeks a Heavy Duty Mechanic to perform PM and repairs on diesel-powered equipment including cranes, forklifts, and trucks. You will diagnose issues, repair engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and onboard controllers to keep machines safe and productive.

This role requires at least 3 years of diesel maintenance, experience with Cummins and CAT engines, a current CDL, and ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of diesel maintenance experience with troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Cummins and CAT diesel engines.
• Experience with gasoline and propane engines.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Must have a current CDL.
• Willing to work day and/or night shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Must pass drug test, fit for duty test and background check.
• Basic computer skills and Excel skills, and digital record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform PM and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, booms, electrical systems, hydraulics, brakes, and other components.
• Work on hydraulic and conventional cranes, forklifts, tractor trailers and other equipment.
• Communicate effectively with operators and other mechanics.
• Manage branch resources throughout the maintenance lifecycle.

Skills

Diesel maintenance

Troubleshooting

Schematics

CDL

Computer skills

Tools

Cummins engines

CAT engines

Job description

ProLift Rigging is a privately owned, purpose-driven industrial construction company that has a unique, opportunistic, and growth-oriented culture.

OUR PURPOSE

To acknowledge and glorify God by living in submission to Him as we steward His resources, giving Himthanks through the meaningful work we do, and directing the profits of our business to the redemptive work He is doing on the earth.

OUR MISSION

To be the best full-service lifting, rigging, and relocation solutions company, enabling total project success for teams that construct, move, or maintain mission-critical plant, machines, and equipment.

Best is:

• Loyal and growing customers that consider us the best.
• Aligned, engaged, value-driven, and effective team members doing whatever it takes to achieve our mission.
• Esteemed by the participants in our industry.
• High return on capital.

OUR CORE VALUES

• Safety - Evaluate risk, plan to mitigate it to protect customers, our team, the public, and property.
• Focus - Focus on the potential of our customers and fellow teammates, working for their success as if our success is on the line.
• Ingenuity - Think about, discuss, and implement ideas that make us better.
• Superintend - take seriously the opportunity to wisely invest time, talent, and capital for the benefit of others.
• Respect - Soberly respect others and the work we do. Both matters.
• Diligence - Remember that any meaningful goal is achieved through dogged persistence and staying engaged.
• Teamwork - We are a team that needs each members' contribution to achieve our mission.

Job Summary

The Heavy Duty Mechanic is responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance on diesel-powered equipment, including cranes, forklifts, tractor trailers, and other heavy equipment. This role troubleshoots and repairs diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical and onboard computer systems, brakes, booms, outriggers, pumps, and other mechanical components. The Mechanic works closely with equipment operators and fellow mechanics to identify issues, complete repairs, and help ensure equipment remains safe, reliable, and ready for operation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for performing PM and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, booms, electrical systems (including troubleshooting onboard computer systems), hydraulic systems (booms, outriggers, pumps), brakes and other basic components
• Must have the ability to work on hydraulic and conventional cranes, forklifts, tractor trailers and miscellaneous equipment
• Must work well and communicate effectively with operators and other mechanics
• Position will manage branch resources throughout the maintenance lifecycle

Work Environment

• Construction sites, industrial facilities, and maintenance shops.
• Exposure to outdoor elements, loud noises, and heavy machinery.
• Requires standing, climbing, bending, and lifting heavy materials.
• May require overtime, weekend work, or travel to different job sites.

PROLIFT RIGGING OFFERS

• Competitive salary
• Bonus program that pays for performance
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Other additional personal and professional benefits are available.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in diesel maintenance with proven troubleshooting skills
• Must work safely in a fast-paced environment - many times under pressure
• Experienced with Cummins and CAT diesel engines and systems
• Experience in gasoline and propane engines
• Proven ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Must have current CDL
• Creative thinking skills to make continuous improvements
• Willing to work day and or night shifts, weekends and holidays
• Must pass drug test, fit for duty test and background check
• Have basic computer skills, Excel skills, and the ability to work with digital record keeping

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran