Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician

Hodges Transportation, Inc.; Silver Springs (NV); On-site; USD 30,686 - 43,704; Full time

Job summary

The Nevada Automotive Test Center (NATC) in Silver Springs, NV is seeking a Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician to maintain a diverse fleet of heavy construction and support vehicles. Under shop supervision, you will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on gasoline, diesel, and electric drivetrain systems to support vehicle testing.

The position requires a high school diploma and 2 years of gas/diesel experience, ability to work 40+ hours, a Nevada CDL, and good

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus two years gas and diesel mechanic experience.
• Able to work >40 hours per week with varied shifts.
• Possess Nevada CDL and clean driving record.
• Bring and use personally owned tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals and document repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on gasoline and diesel powered heavy equipment (excavators, backhoes, loaders, cranes, etc.).
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using proper tools and test equipment.
• Maintain records of maintenance actions and inspect/test vehicles for compliance.
• Support field repairs and on-call duties as needed.
• Document deficiencies and assist in root cause analysis.

Skills

Gas/diesel engine repair

Preventive maintenance

Electrical system diagnostics

Tool usage

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

The Nevada Automotive Test Center (NATC) is currently seeking talented candidates for a Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician at our Silver Springs, NV location. At NATC, our vehicle maintenance team supports the teams who design, manufacture, and test innovative automotive solutions.

Founded in 1957, the Nevada Automotive Test Center (NATC) is a privately owned, independent test, evaluation, design and engineering facility offering development and testing to customers worldwide. NATC operates 6,600 acres of test courses, discrete test events, environmental chambers, shops, instrumentation facilities and blast and ballistic test areas to create an unparalleled testing area available to our staff to innovate and solve our customer's problems.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Shop Supervisor, the Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and inspections on a diverse fleet of heavy construction equipment, commercial vehicles, prototype vehicles, military vehicles, and company fleet assets. This position supports vehicle testing operations by ensuring equipment is maintained safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company and customer requirements.

Essential Functions

1. Performs skilled maintenance and repair duties involving repairs to gasoline and diesel powered heavy, and light construction equipment including but not limited to excavators, backhoes, skid steer, loaders, graders, water trucks, dump trucks, Challenger, cranes, vacuum trucks and bulldozers.
2. Inspects, diagnoses, and locates mechanical and electrical issues on a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered units and dismantles assemblies to gain access to hydraulic systems, front and rear drive components, electrical systems, drive train components, chassis components, and ignition systems using proper tools and test equipment.
3. Works with customers and other vehicle maintenance technicians to ensure quality work is done in all aspects while maintaining test and company vehicles and equipment.
4. Reviews maintenance records of test vehicles for accuracy and completion before submission.
5. Ensures maintenance actions performed are in accordance with test directives and applicable manuals.
6. Maintains records of maintenance actions performed on support vehicles and company fleet units as well.
7. Responds to field repairs and emergencies when necessary.
8. Performs maintenance and diagnostics on battery electric, hybrid, and conventional vehicles as assigned.
9. Relates well with employees and customers at all levels and at all times in a professional and personable manner.
10. Documents and photographs deficiencies and anomalies, then assists in root cause analysis.
11. Complete unscheduled recoveries and participate in on-call mechanic duties.
12. Other duties as assigned.

Pay

Starting $27.00

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school graduate or equivalent plus two (2) years gas and diesel mechanic experience.
2. Able to work in excess of 40 hours per week with varied work shifts.
3. Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Nevada Commercial Driver's License and good driving record with no more than 2 points in the past three (3) years.
4. Be able to bring and utilize personally owned tools.
5. Possesses basic computer skills.
6. Possesses basic math skills.
7. Able to read and understand technical manuals and provide documentation of completed repairs, perform complete vehicle servicing.
8. Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills, expressing ideas clearly and actively listen to thoughts and ideas of others.
9. Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
10. Is flexible and able to handle multiple priorities, with the ability to adjust to high pressure and rapidly changing business conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

1. ASE mechanic certification desired.
2. ASE EV Certification or equivalent training or experience.
3. Experience with military vehicles.
4. Able to operate various vehicles including but not limited to, light trucks, passenger cars, manual and automatic transmissions, class eight (8) trucks and/or tractor, various military vehicles, and forklifts.

Physical Demands

1. Performs tasks in the field in extreme temperature and/or environmental conditions.
2. Stand for extended periods.
3. Kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb.
4. Work underneath vehicles.
5. Lift up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally more with assistance.
6. Work in confined spaces.
7. Use hand and power tools.
8. Climb ladders and heavy equipment.
9. Distinguish colors for wiring and diagnostics.

Work Environment

Work is performed on-site in Silver Springs, Nevada, in a combination of indoor shop and outdoor environments throughout the year. Employees may be exposed to varying weather conditions, dust, fumes, odors, oil, fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, welding fumes, and elevated noise levels. This position requires working around moving vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery. The use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times in designated work areas and while performing assigned duties.

Travel

Travel is not expected for this position.

Job Description and Employment Statement

This job description is intended to outline the general nature of work and is not exhaustive; duties may be added, modified, or removed as business needs require. Employees are responsible for performing their duties safely and in accordance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities; please notify Human Resources if accommodations are needed. NATC/Hodges Transportation, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affinative Action Program. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Employment is at-will; either the employee or the Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Employment Eligibility

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contract Details

Full-time position

Shift: Days

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Location: NATC - Silver Springs - Nevada