Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Kokosing; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401K with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic based in Columbus, Ohio, to diagnose and repair heavy construction equipment. The role requires a two-year technical degree and over five years of experience. Pay ranges from $30 to $35 per hour depending on experience, with day and night shifts available.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401K match. Apply now to join a dedicated team focused on customer service and safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience preferred.
• Ability to properly document work completed.
• Desire to take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosis and repair transmissions, engines, and electrical components.
• Utilize tools for safe assembly and disassembly.
• Write and complete service reports.

Skills

Use hand tools

Diagnosis and repair of diesel engines

Maintenance of equipment electrical systems

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Education

Two-year technical degree in diesel technology or similar

Tools

Laptop computer for diagnostic purposes

Job description

The Olen Corporation and Area Aggregates, one of the largest construction aggregates producers in the Midwest, has been a leader in the industry for over 50 years. With multiple locations serving Central, Northeast, and Northwest Ohio, Olen is dedicated to providing top-quality aggregate products, including natural sand, gravel, and limestone, to a diverse range of customers. As an ODOT 1069 prequalified aggregates supplier, Olen sets the standard for quality and service in the industry. Producing over 8 million tons of construction materials each year, Olen is a top thirty-five national producer of quality construction aggregates. Since 1986, Olen has partnered with Kokosing to be one of their top suppliers of construction materials. Committed to excellence, Olen is focused on delivering exceptional customer service while being responsible stewards of the environment and respectful neighbors in the communities we serve.

Job Description

Position

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Pay: $30-$35 an hour, based on experience.

Shift Hours

• Day shift: Monday-Friday (Saturdays as needed) 6am-6pm
• Night shift: Monday-Friday 6pm-6am
• Minimal travel is associated with this role

Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnosis and repair transmissions, engines, differentials, electrical and hydraulic components associated with heavy construction equipment in a field environment.
• Utilize a laptop computer for information and diagnostic purposes for the safe assembly and disassembly of components.
• Write and complete service reports.
• Participate in company training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Two-year technical degree in diesel technology, heavy equipment mechanics, or similar preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Use hand tools, air tools, test equipment, powered shop tools, and overhead crane.
• Operation of a variety of types of equipment.
• Diagnosis and repair of diesel engines.
• Maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of equipment electrical systems.
• Hydraulic troubleshooting.
• Use of hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Crane knowledge a plus.
• Ability to properly document work completed.
• Desire to take on new challenges.

Olen offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life, and disability insurance. We also provide competitive incentives to eligible team members, like paid time off and 401K plus match to reward our team members for staying committed to our customers and keeping safety a priority.

Olen is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.