HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC - ENGINEER

Black Hawk County; Iowa; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Hawk County Secondary Roads is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair dump trucks, graders, excavators, and cranes. You will diagnose faults, perform tune-ups, and fabricate parts as needed to keep equipment in top condition.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of mechanical repair experience, with knowledge of diesel engines, welding, and electrical systems, and holds a valid Iowa CDL A or can obtain one within six months.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Residence within 45-minute response time to Waterloo Longfellow shop.
• Iowa CDL Type A valid or obtainable within six months.
• Vocational training in mechanics desired.
• 3–5 years mechanical repair experience preferred.
• Knowledge of diesel engines, welding, electrical, and power trains.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on heavy equipment (dump trucks, graders).
• Diagnose faults with engine and diagnostic equipment.
• Repair, overhaul, and fabricate as needed for diesel equipment.
• Maintain inventory of parts, tools, and labor records.
• Operate equipment and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Diesel engine knowledge

Mechanical repair

Troubleshooting

Reading manuals and drawings

Operate heavy equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational mechanics training preferred

Tools

Freightliner Access

John Deere Service Advisor

JAHL test

Welder

Torch

Plasma cutter

Lathe

Industrial band saw

Radial drill

Large press

Job description

Under general supervision, is primarily responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of heavy equipment, responsible for fixing any heavy equipment that might break down. Performs skilled mechanical work including trouble shooting, tune-ups, lubrication, overhaul repair, electrical wiring and fabrication on dump trucks, motor graders, excavators, cranes, and other large pieces of equipment. Maintains records on all vehicles and equipment.

• Must be capable of regular and predictable attendance at a specified location to perform assigned tasks.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance on heavy equipment, such as dump trucks and motor graders, including fluid and filter management, tires and brakes.
• Utilize a fleet management system to receive work orders and maintain up to date records on all work performed including parts and labor costs.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Inspects repairs and adjusts diesel power units, hydraulic systems, fuel injection systems, emissions systems, and air brake systems.
• Dismantles and reassembles heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Welds, machines, modifies and fabricates parts as necessary or as directed.
• Tests mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer’s specifications.
• Manages inventory of parts, tools and equipment including proper storage, and ordering.
• Follows proper safety procedures and takes proactive measures to avoid potential harm to equipment and personnel.
• Performs routine inspections of equipment to ensure safety and operability.
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Supervision is received from Engineer, Maintenance Superintendent and Shop Foreman.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

• No Functional or administrative supervision is exercised over support staff.

• A High School Diploma or G.E.D. is required.
• Must be willing to comply with Secondary Roads residency policy within six months of hire date: reside within a 45-minute response time, in normal fair weather driving conditions, from the Longfellow shop, located at 1329 Longfellow Ave, Waterloo.
• Must have and maintain a valid Iowa Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Type A and be insurable under the County's guidelines, or able to obtain the CDL within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Completion of a vocational training program in mechanics is desired.
• Considerable (3-5 years) experience in mechanical repair and terminology used in diesel truck and diesel-powered equipment mechanics is preferred.
• Demonstrated considerable knowledge and use of the following: basic computer skills such as email, scan tools such as Freightliner Access, John Deere Service Advisor, JAHL test, welder, torch, plasma cutter, lathe, industrial band saw, radial drill & large press.
• Knowledge of principles and functions of diesel engines, welding, electrical systems, air conditioning, power trains, mechanical and electrical fuel systems, air brakes, truck and trailer suspensions and trailer service and repair.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, contractors and members of the public.
• Ability to read and comprehend operating manuals and technical drawings.
• Must possess the ability to operate all types of vehicles and equipment owned by Black Hawk County Secondary Roads, including motor graders, dump trucks, excavators, skid loaders, and tractors.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Must possess the necessary hand tools to perform mechanical repairs.

The work environment and physical demand characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Refer to the "Essential and Marginal Function Analysis" statement for a complete description of essential functions and functional requirements.