Heavy Equipment Mechanic

KPRS Construction; Bedminster Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Paid Holidays

1 paid personal day

Health, Dental, vision insurance

401k with up to 3% employer match

Life insurance

Sickness and Accident plan

Voluntary Cross Training

Weekly pay

Job summary

Koppers Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to repair and maintain stationary and mobile equipment across the facility. The role requires diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and enhancing equipment performance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of hands-on heavy equipment experience, an associate/technical degree or related experience, and proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft tools. Outdoor work and team collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, technical degree in related field, or related experience.
• 5+ years of technical field-related experience specific to heavy equipment and related certifications.
• 3+ years training employees in mobile heavy equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance of stationery and mobile heavy equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, inspect, and repair equipment to improve performance.
• Operate CMMS for work orders, scheduling, and inventory management.
• Assist in maintaining parts stocking levels and equipment safety practices.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

5+ years experience

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree / Technical degree

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Applications

Job description

Job ResponsibilitiesThe Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for the repair and maintenance of stationery and mobile equipment throughout the facility. Their technical acumen will be key in trouble shooting, diagnosing, inspecting, repairing, and enhancing the equipment's performance, contributing significantly to the facilities’ success. The position requires the individual to work in a fast-paced environment.Knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment including testing, diagnosis, hydraulic, brakes, electrical systems and modules, drive trains and axle/hub repairs.Ability to work alone and in a team environmentOperation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, test equipmentAble to work safely and follow company rules and procedures.Good verbal and written communication skillsSchematic Reading ProficiencyCritical thinkingProblem solvingOperate CMMS system for work order management, scheduling, and inventoryAssist in maintaining parts stocking levels to ensure proper parts are on hand.Requirements & QualificationsAssociate’s degree, technical degree in related field, or related experience5+ years of technical field-related experience specific to heavy equipment and related certifications3+ years training employees in mobile heavy equipment preferredAbility to work in an outdoor environmentMust have and maintain a valid driver’s licenseComputer literate: Microsoft Applications and CMMS softwareStrong manufacturing knowledge and understanding of the procurement/supply chain processBenefits10 Paid Holidays1 paid personal dayHealth, Dental, prescription drug and Vision Insurance401k plan including up to a 3% employer match based on contribution selectionLife insuranceSickness and Accident planVoluntary Cross Training BonusWeekly payKoppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law.