Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Higher Recruitment, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is seeking an entry-level service-oriented professional in Minneapolis to perform repairs and maintenance on various transport systems. Candidates should possess skills in troubleshooting, welding, and operating machinery. This full-time position includes benefits such as medical and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Entry level position with a focus on repairs and maintenance of transportation systems.
• Ability to operate various machinery and tools.
• Strong commitment to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Repair door system and pneumatics systems.
• Operate Light Rail Vehicle (LRV) and other equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance on propulsion systems.

Skills

Repair systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding and fabricating

Tools

Forklift

Power sweepers and scrubbers

Job description

Job Summary

Service oriented professional with strong human resources, recruiting, and business acumen. Recognized for exemplary work ethic, results oriented…

Responsibilities

• Repair door system and pneumatics system.
• Repair HVAC and communication systems.
• Repair interior and exteriors of vehicles.
• Operate Light Rail Vehicle (LRV), hi-rail, and re-rail equipment.
• Operate wheel turning machine, wheel axle press and brake lathe.
• Perform schematic and blueprint reading; electrical/electronic chart recording interpretation.
• Perform computer data entry to communicate the project status through various mediums.
• Attend safety and training meetings; participate in emergency preparedness systems.
• Perform electrification/distribution lock out procedure consistent with established safety protocol.
• Perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and repairs of battery‑electric, electric, and internal combustion propulsion systems.
• Diagnose, inspect, repair, replace and rebuild electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems/components.
• Weld, fabricate, cut metal, wood and other materials.
• Clean work areas, buses and equipment using power sweepers and scrubbers, pressure washers, chemicals, soap, and floor dry.
• Complete miscellaneous shop work (fuels/cleans/sweeps directs traffic, empties trash, fills windshield wash buckets).
• Operate a forklift as required.
• Perform other related duties apparent or assigned to this position.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Freight and Package Transportation, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Truck Transportation

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Pension plan