Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Diesel & Hydraulics Pro

Swick Home Services; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance (

Life insurance

Retirement plan with 9% employer贡献

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Paid vacation time

Year-round position

Job summary

Alpena County Road Commission in Alpena, Michigan, seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair trucks and road maintenance equipment, ensuring reliability and safety. You will diagnose and service gas and diesel engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, and related components.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, the ability to work with diagnostic tools, and the capacity to work extended hours when needed.

Qualifications

• Five years of heavy-duty truck and equipment repair preferred.
• Class A CDL with air brake and manual transmission capability helpful.
• State certification as a Master Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic.
• Strong working knowledge of gas and diesel engines.
• Knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems and components.
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment and repair tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to maintain accurate files and repair documentation.
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers and interact professionally with the public.
• Ability to work extended hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on trucks, vehicles, and mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose, service, and repair gas and diesel-powered equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair engines, brakes, electrical systems, fuel systems, hydraulics, transmissions, ignition and exhaust systems, axles, cooling systems, and air conditioning.
• Inspect equipment, identify mechanical problems, and determine needed repairs.
• Use computer diagnostic equipment along with hand, electric, and air-powered tools.
• Inspect, adjust, repair, and replace parts and components as needed.
• Perform welding, metal cutting, minor body repair, and related fabrication work.
• Change and repair tires and tubes.
• Maintain appropriate repair records and documentation.
• Perform Truck Driver duties when needed.

Skills

Heavy-duty repair

Gas engines

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Diagnostic tools

Record keeping

Teamwork

Customer interaction

Extended hours

Education

Master Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic certification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Alpena County Road Commission in Alpena, Michigan, seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair trucks and road maintenance equipment, ensuring reliability and safety. You will diagnose and service gas and diesel engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, and related components.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, the ability to work with diagnostic tools, and the capacity to work extended hours when needed.