Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Rogers Group Inc.; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

403(b) / Retirement plan

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation after probation

Merit increases

Career growth

Job summary

Rogers Group, Inc. in Staunton, VA is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support Virginia SMA operations. The role reports to the Shop/Maintenance Manager and emphasizes safety, quality, and revenue generation across our sites.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in construction equipment and on-road trucks, with strong diagnostic and welding/fabrication skills. Full-time, day shift with occasional weekends and overtime and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience working on construction equipment and on-road trucks.
• Capable of working with limited supervision and scheduling own work.
• DOT Annual Inspections experience preferred
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on heavy trucks, heavy equipment and asphalt equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose a wide range of service issues affecting engines, brakes, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Inspect machines for abnormalities or defects.
• Perform routine scheduled maintenance on construction equipment and dump trucks.
• Maintain repair records and work orders.
• Weld and fabricate as needed.
• Familiarize with heavy equipment parts catalogs, procurement, handling, storage and costs.
• Maintain clean work area and operate mobile equipment as required.
• Operate company vehicle on public roads and job sites.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diesel engine diagnostics

Welding

Fabrication

Job description

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operatingin13states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

Rogers Group is currently seeking an individual to fill a position as aHeavy Equipment Mechanicfor our Virginia SMA operations in Staunton, VA.This position will be reporting to the Shop/Maintenance Manager. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to lead safety, quality, and revenue generation throughout our existing operations and additional operations through growth.

Job Details:

• Wages starting at $18.00/hr.
• Starting wages may be higher based on verifiable experience
• Fulltime/Permanent
• Day Shift
• Weekend work may be required
• Overtime available along with extensive medical and retirement benefits

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform repairs on heavy trucks, heavy equipment and asphalt equipment.
• Trouble shoot and diagnose a wide range of service issues that affect major components such as engines, brakes, transmissions, torque converters, hydraulic systems, drive train components, heating and cooling, and electrical systems.
• Inspect machines for abnormalities or defects.
• Perform routine scheduled maintenance on construction equipment and dump trucks.
• Complete maintenance and work order repair records.
• Be able to weld and fabricate, as needed.
• Heavy equipment parts familiarization including parts catalogs, procurement, handling, storage, and cost of heavy equipment parts.
• Perform housekeeping duties and work area checks.
• Ability to operate mobile equipment.
• Operate a company vehicle on public highways and job sites.

Qualifications:

• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence and able to perform all duties under DOT regulations & company safety policies and practices.
• Minimum of three years of experience working on construction equipment and on-road trucks.
• Capable of working with limited supervision and scheduling own work.
• Experience performing DOT Annual Inspections preferred
• Ability to stoop, push, kneel, twist and lift 70lbs.
• Ability to climb and perform work on heights of 20 feet
• Able to work in all kinds of weather conditions.
• Able to develop working relationships with other employees and vendors.
• Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document

Rogers Group provides extensive benefits, strong compensation, and a safe, drug-free working environment.

As a Rogers Group employee, you will have access to our competitive company perks, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Holiday’s including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Paid vacation is available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.

RGI EEO Statement

It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.