Heavy Equipment Mechanic

C&M Dredging, Inc.; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with 3% safe-harbor contrib.

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Job summary

C&M Dredging, Inc. in Leesburg, FL is hiring a full-time Construction Equipment / Diesel Mechanic to inspect, service, and maintain our dredges and heavy machinery.

You will diagnose defects, perform repairs, and keep maintenance records for the fleet, while complying with safety and on-site requirements. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of diesel mechanics experience, hydraulics know-how, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass background and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years of proven experience in diesel mechanics and maintenance of construction equipment.
• Understanding of hydraulics and demonstrated work experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a background and drug Screening.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose defects in heavy machinery such as trucks, skid steers, excavators, dredges, pumps, and other equipment by operating and assessing them.
• Adjust, replace, and repair faulty parts, clean, lubricate, and provide routine maintenance on all equipment.
• Set up maintenance and service records for all industrial machines and equipment.
• Report any malfunctions or damages to the management team promptly.
• Willingly work in extreme weather conditions, both outdoors and indoors.
• Ability to move quickly in response to signals and observe details at near and far range.
• Specialized experience on project sites and a capacity to complete tasks with or without direct supervision

Skills

Diesel engines

Heavy equipment maintenance

Hydraulics knowledge

On-site troubleshooting

Job description

We seek to employ a full-time Construction Equipment / Diesel Mechanic for our shop located in Leesburg, FL. The ideal candidate will be responsible for inspecting, servicing, and maintaining our dredges and various construction machinery and focusing on inspecting engines and equipment, providing services, carrying out repairs, and furnishing regular maintenance to our construction fleet. To ensure success in this role, the ideal candidate would possess previous experience working with Construction equipment, must be physically fit, and be capable of resolving concerns on-site. We will train experienced mechanics to apply their skills in our specialized field of dredging.

Must have at least 3 years of proven experience in diesel mechanics and maintenance of construction equipment.

Starting Hourly Pay Range for This Position: $25.00 to $38.00. This is based on previous work experience, skills, and current certifications / professional licenses.

• Diagnose defects in a wide range of heavy machinery such as trucks, skid steers, excavators, dredges, pumps, and other related equipment by operating and assessing them.
• Adjust, replace, and repair faulty parts, clean, lubricate, and provide routine maintenance on all equipment.
• Set up maintenance and service records for all industrial machines and equipment.
• Report any malfunctions or damages to the management team promptly.
• Willingly work in extreme weather conditions, both outdoors and indoors.
• Ability to move quickly in response to signals and observe details at near and far range.
• Specialized experience on project sites and a capacity to complete tasks with or without direct supervision

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to pass a background and drug Screening
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Understanding of hydraulics and demonstrated work experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs and physically capable of doing construction work

Compensation

$38 hourly

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 3% safe-harbor contribution
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation