Heavy Equipment & Diesel Mechanic

Southeast Pipe Survey Inc; Patterson (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Pipe Survey Inc seeks an experienced fleet diesel and heavy equipment mechanic to diagnose and repair commercial trucks class 3-8 and related equipment. The role is a day shift, Monday–Friday with occasional overtime based on equipment demand. CDL is required, with a high school diploma or GED preferred.

Work includes diagnostics, repairs, preventive maintenance, and equipment safety checks. Responsibilities include using diagnostic software, testing after repairs, and maintaining a

Qualifications

• CDL required and a high school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of relevant on-the-job training/experience.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel/heavy equipment and trucks.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot diagnose and repair vehicles using diagnostic software and tools.
• Inspect brake systems, steering, wheel bearings and critical components for safety.
• Perform routine maintenance like oil changes and lubrication per specs.
• Test drive trucks to verify repairs and functionality.
• Raise trucks with hydraulic jacks and hoists; rebuild gas and diesel engines.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC systems and maintain a clean, safe shop.

Skills

Diagnostics

Repairing

Troubleshooting

Critical Thinking

Equipment Maintenance

Quality Control

Deductive Reasoning

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic software

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Hoists/Jacks

Job description

Summary: Seeking experienced fleet diesel and heavy equipment mechanic proficient in all aspects of diagnostics and repair of commercial trucks class 3-8 and associated equipment. Position is day shift M-F with occasional overtime when equipment demand requires it.

General Tasks

• Troubleshoot diagnose and repair vehicles utilizing diagnostic computer software and other specialized equipment related to the field.
• Inspect brake systems, steering components, wheel bearings, and other important systems to ensure the safety and proper operating condition of equipment.
• Use hand tools, pressure gauges, and precision instruments as well as power tools, pneumatic equipment, welders, and other associated tools found in a repair shop environment.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment per manufactures specifications.
• Test drive trucks and equipment to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure proper functionality after repairs have been compleeted.
• Raise trucks and other heavy equipment using hydraulic jacks and hoists
• rebuild both gas and diesel engines
• diagnose and repair vehicle HVAC systems
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational training and on the job experience
• 3-5 years of relevant on the job training in lieu of formal training

Required Licenses And Certifications

• commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• High school diploma or G.E.D.

Other Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Troubleshooting- Able to determine the cause of a deficiency and appropriate steps to correct the issue.
• Repairing- Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools
• Critical Thinking- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Equipment Maintenance- Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when additional repairs may be needed.
• Quality Control Analysis- Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Deductive Reasoning- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Extend Flexibility- The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and /or legs.

Physical Demands

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. The job is typically performed with an employee standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. Employees must frequently lift light to heavy objects, occasionally climb ladders and use tools requiring a high degree of dexterity and be able to distinguish between shades of color.

Work Environment

Work is typically performed in a shop environment but can also be performed outdoors when needed. Employee is exposed to noise, dirt, dust, grease, irritating chemicals, and machinery with moving parts. The work may require the use of personal protective equipment PPE such as hearing and eye protection, as well as skin protection when exposure to certain lubricants and chemicals common in a repair facility.