Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Boh Bros. Construction Co., L.L.C.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Boh Bros. Construction Co., L.L.C. seeks an experienced mechanic with knowledge of construction equipment including cranes, excavators, dozers, paving equipment, and related machinery.

The role requires diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diverse systems on site. Qualified candidates will have 3–5 years of experience diagnosing and repairing engine, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems, and familiarity with crane assembly/disassembly.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years diagnosing and repairing engine and exhaust emissions systems.
• Experience with electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Familiar with crane assembly/disassembly.
• Possess or able to obtain a Class D driver\'s license.
• Possess or able to obtain TWIC.
• Willing to work overtime including weekends and nights; on-call availability.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs.
• Follows company safety and quality protocols.
• Owns standard hand tools for mechanic work.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Engine diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical repair

Pneumatic systems

Undercarriage

Brakes

Suspension

Tools

Cat ET

John Deere Service Advisor

Cummins Insite

Ford IDS

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dependable mechanic with knowledge of construction equipment including, but not limited to, cranes, excavators, dozers, concrete and asphalt paving equipment, outboard engines, generators, air compressors, pile driving equipment and asphalt plant machinery.

Duties and Responsibilities

Performs duties following company safety and quality protocols. Perform inspections, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs. Owns standard hand tools for mechanic work. Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

3 -5 years of experience diagnosing and repairing: engine (and exhaust emissions systems) electrical hydraulic mechanical pneumatic undercarriage brakes suspension. Experienced with computer diagnostic programs such as: Cat ET John Deere Service Advisor Cummins Insite Ford IDS. Familiar with crane assembly/disassembly. Possess a Class “D” driver’s license or the ability to obtain a Class D license. Possess or be able to obtain a TWIC. Available to work overtime including weekends, night shifts and/or be on call as needed.

Physical Requirements

Performance of the above job duties will require physical ability to climb steps and ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work at construction work sites where there is exposure to moving equipment, elevated workplaces, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions. Noise levels may be moderate to very loud.