Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Kiewit-Corporation-cba042a0; Ingleside (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician in Ingleside, TX to read plans, repair and maintain construction equipment, and keep tools and records up to date.

You will work outdoors in all weather, follow safety rules, and coordinate with operators to ensure equipment is ready for the next assignment. This role requires the ability to use hand and power tools, understand manuals, and perform preventive maintenance per company standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with related construction equipment maintenance experience.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand plans and specifications, including Operator's Manuals for equipment repair.
• Use hand and power tools to repair, replace or perform maintenance on equipment.
• Receive equipment and document condition; schedule regular service and inspections.
• Organize a library of reference material, equipment files, and backlog schedules.
• Evaluate timetables to ensure certifications for cranes and commercial vehicles.
• Assist operators in using the Daily Walkaround Report effectively.
• Assist in generating an accurate Equipment Locator for the project.
• Ensure fueling and oiling of equipment is safe, efficient and clean.
• Ensure equipment leaving the job is ready for the next assignment.
• Document with the Off-Hire Report.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Read plans & specs

Communication with supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Plan, lay-out, install, test and repair all types of construction equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards. Assure that all construction equipment works efficiently, safely and is in compliance with the company Preventative Maintenance Program.

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Read and understand plans and specifications, which includes the Operator's Manuals for equipment repair.
• Use appropriate hand and power tools to repair, replace or perform maintenance on equipment
• Receive equipment assigned to the job and document the condition; set this equipment up on a regular service and inspection schedules
• Organize a library of reference material, equipment files, and backlog schedules
• Evaluate a timetable to assure certifications such as for cranes and commercial vehicles
• Assist equipment operators in effectively using the Daily Walkaround Report
• Assist the project with the generation of an accurate Equipment Locator
• Assure the efficient, clean and safe fueling and oiling of equipment
• Assure that equipment leaving the job is Job-ready for the next assignment
• Document with the Off-Hire Report.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Few contractors can build what Kiewit builds, the way Kiewit builds it. We only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best.

There’s no limit to what you’ll work on at Kiewit. With contracts in different markets and geographic areas, Kiewit careers offer opportunities totackle new challenges all the time. Whether you’re building a facility that can turn water into power or a safer transportation network, you’re bound to make an impact in new and exciting ways.